Teenagers

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My youngest is now 18, so my heart goes out to all of you who are still dealing with this stuff with minors.

It feels to me as if the teens will hand us anything but what we're expecting, so there is really no way to be prepared for it. Just when you think you've seen it all and experienced it all they will toss something new into the mix.

Just try to pick your battles and remember that this is at least as tough for the kids as it is for us parents. Their increasing independence though is a sign that we have done our job well. We want them able to be independent and strong as they leave the nest.