Raising teenagers is like nailing Jell-O to a tree. One reason to smile is that every seven minutes of every day, someone in an aerobics class pulls a hamstring. The best way to keep kids at home is to make a pleasant atmosphere and let the air out of their tires.
Families are like fudge . . .
Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground. If you can remain calm, you just don't have all the facts.