Many parents say it\u2019s hard only when kids are babies, and it gets easier as they grow. This is partly true: they become more independent, and parents get more time for themselves. But as kids grow, new challenges come up, like teenage rebellion. Parents need to accept that their child is now their own person, not just a kid anymore.<\/p>\n
The Story:
\nMy 18-year-old daughter is friends with a 20-year-old guy. They are just friends. They met on social media because they like the same things. She tells me, \u201cDad, do you think I\u2019m stupid? Dan and I are just friends.\u201d Yesterday, she went to his birthday party and stayed overnight. He lives in the city, and we live in the village. I don\u2019t mind; I know his address and have his and his parents\u2019 phone numbers.<\/p>\n
In the evening, I got a call from his mom: \u201cMr. Matthews, don\u2019t worry. Thank you for trusting our son! Lena will sleep on the sofa in the living room, so don\u2019t worry.\u201d I thanked her, but I thought to myself\u2014the only person I trust here is my daughter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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