Why We Have A “Keep The Door Open” Policy With Our Teens And Their Partners

I am sitting on the couch remembering it all – the basement wall paneling, U2 blasting from a boom box, and yes, boys and girls making out. Where there are teenagers, there will always be making out. I normally don’t sit reminiscing about making out in high school, although marrying my junior high sweetheart does sometimes bring it back. But tonight, and every day lately, I am reliving the making out years, along with my teenage daughter. Let me explain by bringing you into my world.

I glance...