Roots and wings............................

As a parent I have always admired and respected other parents who have given their children "roots" and "wings."   Wings to take off and fly on their own, wings to explore and soar, wings to be independent.  Roots to provide stability, roots to provide a depth of character, roots to provide a solid foundation, roots to know who they are.

Maybe age 18 is too early to declare victory and the job complete, but maybe not.  Here is the blog of one 18 year old and here is the blog of her father.  Make sure to check out this post.  Looks to me like a job well done.