I nannied for a family visiting my town for a few days. Their 4-year old screamed just like you're describing. There was nothing they could do to stop it, period. The kid couldn't even stop it, no matter how much he wanted whatever reward was offered. You can go tell the parents about the screaming, but I'm guessing they're 600 times more exhausted by it than anyone else. Ever tried even a simple trip to the grocery store with a kid who screams suddenly at the top of his lungs every two minutes or so?
My best suggestion would be a study cubicle at the library. University libraries often have sound-proofed rooms for group work. You could reserve one for yourself and have utter quiet.
29 Jul 2008, 9:52 pm
