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[xp_jubilee]

So, did I miss something? Have teenager vs adult lines been drawn?

I'm pretty sure the Prof. is doing his 'letting people do their thing' non-interference thing he does but seriously.

When I came here I was one of the worst, most horrible brats you've ever encountered. If it weren't for the adults and a whole mess of help and forgiveness I'd be dead.

We don't gotta be all lovey but like, having kids feel like they're ignored or not wanted is a total power keg of bad decisions waiting to happen.

We gotta find a way to live here and with them without goin' mad, right?

Anyone got any thoughts?

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[x-legion.livejournal.com]

Looks like things have been progressing while I've been occupied with my practicum.

I agree with Jean about personal contact, though I'd suggest an end of the year barbecue or something equally informal rather than an exercise. Those interested in associating with the kids can attend, all others can give it a pass.

[x-jeangrey.livejournal.com]

What about something during the holidays? It'd be a nice way to foster a sense of connection. Especially since a lot of the students don't have anywhere to go during the holidays.

[x-jubilee.livejournal.com]

I could see if Alison and 'Nica want to work on a light show if it's a BBQ and I'm pretty sure we could get Kyle and Wade into grilling things.

[x-jeangrey.livejournal.com]

That could be really fun around New Years Eve.

[x-legion.livejournal.com]

I think Thanksgiving at the mansion is traditional. I see the kids were talking about Halloween, too.

Obviously this is contingent on personal interest, though. Adrienne's right. This needs to be a safe place, but if we start drafting the unwilling I don't see that helping either side's opinion of the other.

[x-jeangrey.livejournal.com]

For some of them this is their first Thanksgiving with us, so it could be a nice first tradition.

Absolutely. People have their understandable reasons for not wanting to interact with the children. But for those who do want to I think we could come up with a few ideas. I know I would've been lost without Moira at Muir, so I feel like its important that they have people they can look up to and trust.