lisamamot
Angel Diva
When my children were little they called all adults Mr and Mrs [last name] except for close family friends where it was Mr. [first name] and Miss [first name].
My two are now 18 and some of our family friends have requested a switch to first name only, but they still call most of their friends' parents by Mr/Mrs [last name] - heck, I am in my 50s and still do that with parents of childhood friends! At their work the culture is a level playing field and they address adults by first name only.
Entering this stage leaves me wondering what their new friends should call me - I am referring to very close friends, roommates, and boyfriend/girlfriends that will see me often enough to have a stronger relationship.
I am taking a poll as I am curious what others are doing!
My two are now 18 and some of our family friends have requested a switch to first name only, but they still call most of their friends' parents by Mr/Mrs [last name] - heck, I am in my 50s and still do that with parents of childhood friends! At their work the culture is a level playing field and they address adults by first name only.
Entering this stage leaves me wondering what their new friends should call me - I am referring to very close friends, roommates, and boyfriend/girlfriends that will see me often enough to have a stronger relationship.
I am taking a poll as I am curious what others are doing!