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To: Chemnitz
It made for a wonderful and peaceful teen transition, resolving into marriage and then (in the proper order) two delightful grandchildren.

Mine too. One of my most gratifying moments was when my 28 year old son called me up when he was struggling with a decision about buying a lot to build a house. "The problem is, Mom, is that you and Dad spoiled us when we were growing up."

"Who is this on the phone," I said, "Is this the same son who was always complaining that he had to drive an old car, or that he had to be in earlier than the other kids, or that he had to pay for his own auto insurance, or that he had to have a part time job?"

"Well," he answered, "You and Dad always made sure that we had a good place to live and everything we needed, and you were always there for us. I see now that it's really hard to provide all that for a family. Thank you."

116 posted on 06/02/2002 7:09:39 PM PDT by afraidfortherepublic
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To: afraidfortherepublic
That's good to hear. I hope more parents discover the advantages of short-term pain and long-term gain.
117 posted on 06/02/2002 7:11:33 PM PDT by Chemnitz
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