There are so many things in this lifetime that I would change...the fact that you need to license your dog, apply for a fishing license and show the proper identification and certifications to rent a car; yet you need nothing to have children. Why does this strike me as bizarre? I'll tell you!
Because people don't care about their children enough. For the love of God (or whomever you hold dearly) pay attention to them. Read them a book. Take them for a walk and teach them to smell the proverbial flowers. Don't let them run amok and do as they please and then go on Nanny 911 begging for her to help you gain the control back. You are the parent - the only reason you don't have control any longer is because you willingly gave it up.
While I am flattered that folks will comment on how wonderfully behaved and polite my children are - what is that saying about the masses? My children are not well behaved and polite. They are small human beings being taught that everyone should be treated with respect. Use please and thank you. Civil niceties that have been forgotten in this day and age.
Ehh! With how I see some parents interact with their children, it is a wonder that the child made it past their "terrible twos". Give them a hug, tell them they did just fine. If I don't see that in public, I might just have to spank your @ss too!
