I don't think you were being mean at all, everyone has different ways of teaching their child patience and manners. I must admit if Jackson was thirsty or seemed hot, I would've let him have it, but that is just mean, doesn't mean I think you are wrong. I normally open a packet of biscuits and give Jackson just one to mung on around the aisles, but I never give him anything that is paid by according to weight, and just because I do this doesn't mean I am going to
just discard the wrapper when their child has finished and not pay for it?!
I never have, and never would do that!