Opinions Needed

I have had people tell me they are following us on here, so I know there are a few of you out there. :P

I have a question, if you would be ever so kind enough to answer in the comments for me, that would be fantastic!

My kids are off the chain, crazy, smart mouths lately. They are not being exactly great, in any kind of shape, form or fashion. They are rude, disrespectful, mean, hateful and spiteful of each and of us. I have learned over the years that spanking doesn't work. Time out only really works for the babies. So today, I reached my limit and told them "Laptops down, toys up, GET OUTSIDE!!"

They are acting like I am the worst mother in the world. They cannot believe they have to go outside... and PLAY! It's not like I forced them to do nothing but go outside and sit and be bored, they are still able to play. Worst punishment in the world, right?

So they come in for a drink, then a snack, then to tattle tale 5x in 2 minutes. I make them go back outside. I fix them a drink and a snack and take it to them. I'm still the worst parent ever. (They're very dramatic girls, btw).

So my question is, do you make your kids go outside to play on beautiful summer days? How do they react? Are the able to play outdoors and be fine with it? Has anyone ever had this experience, and how long did it take for them to get used to being outdoors and active?

Mary used to stay outside before the JA. The doctor tells me to keep her active, do not allow her to sit and be inactive or it will make it worse for her. So I know she can go play outside...it's safe for her. There is a wooden sing, a swing set, chairs on our porch, a standing metal swing with two seats...so I know they have places to sit and rest if they get tired.

Am I doing the right thing here?

They are outside, still fighting right now! How do you handle this? What should I do to get this fighting and arguing under control? I seriously need advice here.