Awww, what a sweet gesture to help out your little sister.
I've had this problem with my parents before. They use to accuse me of doing things I didn't do (like getting on the internet too much or sleeping until late!). I know how frustrating it is not to be able to voice out your defense when someone 'superior' is being stubborn (even if they know they are wrong!).
To help out your little sister, it depends on how the relationship in your family runs.
If you're an open family, then it makes things easier because she can just tell your parents how she feels. Maybe they can come to a compromise about what is mutual for both parties. Have a nice family talk, or you can even talk to her alone. Comfort her and explain to her why your parents are the way they are (you can even lie about it just to make her feel better). Or better yet, you should talk to your parents because it's better when the older one speaks up. Defending her is also a good thing to do because it'll make her feel like she knows she's not to blame, and hopefully, it'll get your parents to see that they need to stop with assumptions and accusations.
But if your family isn't so out in the open, then it's better to just talk to her alone. Don't try telling her to talk to your parents because they will either tell her to go away or just shrug it off. She probably won't feel comfortable enough to talk to them anyways. I know how it's like with most asian family. Some family don't even share hugs or kisses, and it might be awkward to even initiate small talks about feelings. It's better if you just tell her to not mind them or just try to avoid them when she feels like she doesn't want to put up with crap. (Hehe)
And if you really do want to take the load off her back, take her out and let her have some fun. She's 12. She's growing. She's learning. She's going through peer pressures. Talk to her. Mentor her. Advise her. Guide her.
Kids now a days grow up really fast, and if you loose grip of them now, then you might not be able to bring them back.
^_^ You're such a cutie, you know that?
Ane~
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Last edited by FlavaFLOSS on 08-18-2003 at 11:40 AM
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