Hey dear, first things first...(((((((((((((((somebody))))))))))))))) Feeling better? Good!

If the woman wanted to push the issue, she could probably cause a lot of trouble for your son. But with what you've told us about her I'm thinking that this is just a scare tactic. If you'll pardon the pun, she wants to put the fear of God in you and your son. But if she goes public with this, then she exposes her and her daughter as well. I really don't think she wants that to happen. It sounds like to me that she has a reputation that she wants to protect. That's why she's putting all the blame for this on your son, and you. If I was you, I'd call her bluff. Call the pastor of her church and ask to speak with him. Explain to him what's happened, and what's she's threatening you and your son with. I bet you he could calm things down in a heartbeat. That's just a thought, but maybe worth looking into? Remember that it took both of the kids for this to happen. I realize that she's under-age, but she still needs to take responsibility for her action just like your son does. If it was me I'd force her hand, but that's me, I'm not always the sharpest knife in the drawer...

Good luck, I have a feeling that everything will work out OK.

Greg



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