I am learning that the hardest stage in parenting is after that number on the birth certificate says that my job is finished. I feel like I am chasing my daughter away from me with every time I open my mouth! I had to find a book or something to tell me I’m not crazy and how to stop screwing it up. I don’t know if this book will change our whole relationship, but I definitely got some take Aways. Regardless, it’s hard and I am willing to do or try anything to keep our relationship intact! I miss those teenage years when she was still somewhat reliant on me and believed I had her best interest at heart instead of taking every movement I make or words I speak as an attack. Thanks for at least making me know I’m not alone.

With 5 adult children, 3 of which are step children whom my husband and I raised for 32 years, and 11 grandchildren, Jane's words of wisdom reminded me that the only one I can change is myself, and that prayer, no matter what your spirituality is, changes everything. And how much I disliked my mom calling and asking me if my college kids were doing their homework and walking the dog, so do my kids dislike being treated as a child when they are adults. But most importantly, to just be a loving listener. And with this comes the peace and trust that as I worked life out, so will they. Thank you Jane!