<p>Well said, Jolynne.</p>
<p>Justamom-
A teen who doesnt make it out of the car or through orientation didnt do so because of a teary goodbye. They most likely had other longstanding issues that were not addressed beforehand. You and smilodon are entitled to your opinions and he his overgeneralizations, but they are no less valid than those of the other parents or students here. No ones is saying this is about the parents-- but to claim that showing emotion at departure is “absolutely wrong and shouldnt be done under any circumstances” shows the ignorance and/or arrogance of youth. Given the strong broadsweeping statement smilodon made about boys and their mothers, it sounds like he has issues to work through. I wish him well. Many of us are saying here that we simply haven’t experienced these issues. These AREN’T 4 year olds. These are 18 yr olds. If a kid hasnt emotionally grown since preschool, there are other serious issues that need to be addressed.</p>