The context of the following conversation is Casey didn't want the kids to get out of control. Casey put the rules into effect before it could happen.:
Casey says So the kids have started to act up..
The friend responds Yes, I am not sure what I should we do?.
Casey responds I put rules into effect so they should not get out of control..
The friend responds Yes, I would hate for it to get out of control. It would not be productive..
Casey responds I agree. That's why I presented them with the rules. It's been working..
The friend responds That's good to hear..