how is it possible?

that some people do not want better for their kids than they had? doesnt that strike you as wierd? but that is just what the kids dad seems to want. he thinks they shouldnt go to camp because he didnt. I think he just doesnt want to pay for any of it. and I called to ask about taking the kids to Ukraine but of course he didnt call me back and doesnt answer my calls. he has yet to pay me for any of the money he owes me for activities and medical for like the past FIVE years. and wants me to ask his permission before putting them in anything. yeah right father of the year. chrysta takes piano, and they go to summer camp, and she does girl scouts. they did do some swimming lessons in the past. but other than that they dont do a lot that costs money. and I am supposed to clear with him whether they need medical care? I think not. he is no doctor. and to be fair he gets by quite cheap in that aspect with us having a doctor at home. a lot of things that I used to take them to the doctor for I now know enough to know it isnt necessary or I can consult with eric if it really is necessary. so basically he is bitching about piano lessons and summer camp, glasses, braces, and a broken arm. He is really something. I need to look into whether I even need his permission. Danielle only needed one parents permission when she went on a cruise to the bahamas.