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I understand your point of view s_c however, if you look at the statistics, there are far too many teenagers/children out there causing physical and emotional harm, unwanted pregnancies... If parents, such as myself took more time thinking about their children that THEY have brought into this world, regardless of age, then perhaps we wouldnt be in this country of violence etc that you see in the news every day...
yes, I do consider myself a very good mother, my sons still have an excellent social life and I have let go of the "apron strings" however they are still my children, my responsibility. There are far too many parents out there willing to "pass the book" when their children/teenagers are unruly, unlawful louts.
If every parent brought their children up with morals, integrity and respect for others I think we wouldnt be in this awful situation that the country is currently in.
However, saying that there are an awful lot of parents who DO care and bring their children up and turn into very nice responsible adults.
Going back to my initial question/comment though, I personally do not think it responsible as a parent to go away on holiday, abroad, to leave your child at home especially during this incredibly difficult time for her daughter during her GCSE's, she needs to be there with her child to encourage and support, not to go away to get a tan!