How to Record a video message (iChat) in messages?

I use to record iChat's with my grand children, but after upgrading to Mavericks, and their move to MESSAGES...
The option to Record Video Chat does not seem to be available, Is this true?  and if so...
1) is there a work around? 
2) or another piece of software that allows recording of a video chat?
OR
if it is still available, how do I get the option to show up on my menu?
Thanks for your help...
Bill

Hi,
I got Screeny in Mountain Lion and it works in Mavericks.
I see Joe M has put up the Feedback link which is advisable.
(you have to add your specs to the free text area as the drop downs for the version have never bben up to date or even in sync with the OS drop down).
As to why Apple changed this ?
Unclear.  The boards specifically say speculation is not allowed.
However.
1) the app initially did not request that the Viewee agreed
2) there have been many instances including schools on pupils who have school devices being "spied" on.
3) internet related privacy is tending to be increased.
9:57 pm      Tuesday; March 4, 2014
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