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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I speak to my kid and have friends talk to their kids in their language all the time. Usually the context is clear to rest of the people and even if it wasn't i would not be offended because I am sure my friend is not teaming up with her kid and plotting against me. Its just harmless parenting conversations.

Also, lot of entitled people here are forgetting that English is not everyone s first language. Sometimes its easier to people to switch to their native tongue to get a point across. Usually when I talk to my kid in our language its either repeating something that she is not listening to or I just do a quick translation in English right after or something like that.

To the OP and other people getting offended, its hard to teach kids another language and culture that seems alien here. But the moment my kid enters the room, you can tell that they look different. So, you bet I will do whatever I need to and wherever I need to for them to be comfortable who they are and to know & understand their culture. If you or your snowflakes want to get offended then you are the one with a problem. [/quote]

Another strong this this this. It is an uphill battle and you have to fight for every word. Don't get discouraged. Keep at it. If you slip, the kids will forget the language. I have seen this with too many cousins. Keep at it and they will thank you for it. My parents annoyed me SO SO much when they insisted on speaking their language. I have been thankful for their insistence since my early 20s. Now as a parent, I see the work they put into it an appreciate it even more. [/quote]

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