The article discusses the perspective of a 57-year-old mother of teens, reflecting on her journey from being a naive young mother at 18 to embracing her middle-age motherhood with enthusiasm. Having her youngest daughter at 38, she acknowledges the chaos of adolescence while cherishing her relationships with her teenage daughters. She emphasizes the importance of learning their language, which keeps her connected and feeling young, enabling open communication. Overall, the author finds joy and privilege in engaging with their world, facilitating trust and understanding.
I make an effort to speak their language and learn about their interests. This keeps my brain young and helps me relate to my daughters.
I had my first child at age 18 and was unprepared; now as a middle-age mom of teens, I find it keeps me feeling youthful.
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