Quinn ~ I read this & my gut just churns & I get a huge lump of disappointment in my throat. I was a single parent & I made every mistake in the book. I've told my daughter how sorry I am for her upbringing. I was so self-absorbed back then & raised her how the saying goes "Children should be seen and not heard" as I followed the parenting style that was instilled in me. I wish I could go back in time & do it all over again. I agree with your Quinntabulous parenting approach all the way. Keep doing what you are doing! Blessing to you always.