I would respect it more if my kids just came up and said 'hey I want to talk about something' and we'd sit down and get to it. I know thats a big step and would take loads of nerves so its not so easy as it sounds. But, the reward is greater.
In my family we keep things open ( so far not quite teenagers ) and have regular informal 'family meetings' and talk about everything . I hope to keep that going to avoid the difficult situation you are in now.
Hope it works out for you however you decide to do it.
peace.
FunkyMonkey Reviewed by FunkyMonkey on . good conversation starters???? ive decided to tell my dad i smoke, but i need a good conversation starter its an akward subject and i dont just want to belike dad i smoke i just kinda wanna ease into it. so what would be some good ways???? :confused: Rating: 5