My 22-year-old daughter was recently arrested for breaking into expensive homes with her pals, which she had been doing for a long time. She had a part-time job and was completely supported by my wife and myself, so she didn’t need money, but she now risks severe legal repercussions. I helped pay for a lawyer, but the evidence against her is strong. The saddest part for me is that she blames me for not doing more to help her out of trouble, even though these were her choices. I’m having trouble deciding whether to support her more or to let her deal with the fallout on her own.
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In the end, even though I adore my daughter, I realize that I am powerless to shield her from the repercussions of her own choices. I’ve done everything I can to help, but she must accept responsibility for her actions, and if that means going to jail, that’s the price she must pay. Supporting her does not include hiding her from reality; rather, it entails allowing her to learn from this experience, however difficult.
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