Notes

Liz's House (Weekdays):

Morning Routine (7:00 AM - 8:00 AM): Liz manages the kids' morning routine, waking them up, preparing breakfast, and getting them ready for school.
School (8:30 AM - 3:00 PM): The kids attend school in the local area and participate in their academic and extracurricular activities.
After-School (3:30 PM - 5:00 PM): After school, the kids return home to Liz's mansion. They have a structured environment to complete their homework and engage in any after-school activities or hobbies.
Family Time (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM): Liz makes time for quality family moments with the kids, whether it's sharing dinner together or engaging in activities that they enjoy.
Bedtime Routine (8:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Liz ensures the kids have a consistent bedtime routine to promote healthy sleep patterns.
John's House (Weekends):

Saturday and Sunday:
Morning (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): John and his girlfriend prepare breakfast for the kids, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
Weekend Activities (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM): John plans various activities for the kids during the weekend, such as going to the park, watching movies, or exploring new places.
Quality Time (4:30 PM - 6:30 PM): John cherishes his time with the kids, engaging in conversations and enjoying bonding moments.
Evening (7:00 PM - 8:00 PM): John ensures the kids have dinner and wind down before bedtime.
Bedtime Routine (8:30 PM - 9:30 PM): John maintains a bedtime routine to ensure the kids have a restful night's sleep.
Liz's House:

Clear Rules and Expectations: Liz establishes clear rules and expectations for the kids to follow. She communicates these rules with her children, ensuring they understand the consequences of their actions.
Time-Outs: For minor infractions, Liz may use time-outs as a way for the kids to reflect on their behavior and its consequences.
Loss of Privileges: If the kids fail to meet their responsibilities or break significant rules, Liz may revoke certain privileges, such as screen time or outings with friends, for a specified period.
Positive Reinforcement: Liz also emphasizes positive reinforcement, praising and rewarding her children for good behavior and accomplishments.
John's House:

Open Communication: John encourages open communication with his kids, allowing them to express their feelings and concerns without fear of punishment.
Logical Consequences: John often opts for logical consequences that are directly related to the misbehavior. For example, if a child forgets to complete their homework, they may need to spend extra time finishing it before any playtime.
Restitution: John emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for their actions. If the kids damage something, they are encouraged to repair or replace it themselves.
Timeouts and Loss of Privileges: Like Liz, John may also use time-outs or revoke privileges when appropriate, but he generally emphasizes understanding and learning from mistakes rather than punitive measures.
Both Liz and John are attentive parents who strive to ensure their disciplinary actions are fair and reasonable, taking into account each child's individual needs and personality.