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Originally Posted by kj1065
My eldest arrived into this world as an old soul. Incredibly self-reliant and possessing a strong sense of herself from toddlerhood, she needed just a light touch of guidance as she grew into adulthood. She was ready to take on the world at 18, but my youngest was not. The three years between 18 and 21 made a huge difference in his maturity. Kids are on their own schedule with their own individual needs, and we parents have to roll with it.
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My husband's youngest daughter was the same, always focused, sports/academics, straight to college, became an RN in nothing flat, got a great job at a hospital. She's ALWAYS been a responsible adult.
On the other hand, I know some 40 year olds who shouldn't be allowed to make their own decisions.