Not only do they rebel, but they find they are completely unable to make important decisions. He learns, though. The first great act of allowing Ellie to make her decisions was when he held his peace at the formal wedding for Ellie and King. He gave her a way out and he would not interfere again, even if he did not agree with her decision. Finding happiness is where Ellie wouldn't jump in the surf simply to escape her father, but to live life to it's fullest with Peter Warne.
Love is a motivating influence.
It makes us care for another because of her qualities and in spite of her weaknesses. As Peter makes clear to Ellie's father, we can be crazy to. But, one of the most important things about love is that it can teach us how to treat each other-if we're paying attention. We can both be who they need us to be and find contentment in who they are. Click here to sign up for Meridian's FREE email updates.