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Originally Posted by MD Longhorn
Similar reaction in a volleyball game I was coaching - player showed up with earrings in. "The holes are brand new, she's not allowed to take them out." Sorry, Mom - she can't play with them in. "BUT SHE'S REQUIRED TO KEEP THEM IN BY A DOCTOR!!!!!" Fine, mom... but she's not playing.
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"Well, Mom, your daughter/son has a choice. S/He can choose to remove the earrings, or s/he can choose not to participate in this game. Makes no difference to me which choice s/he makes."
Then walk away.