Wet, I'm so sorry about what transpired yesterday. However, teenagers do not like for adults to offer up advice. They do think we know it all. Heard the same bs from other kids her age and you know what? It's best to remain silent and allow them to learn on their own. When they've hit the brick wall enough and are then ready to listen, the teacher will be there to help them. It's the "age" and they are just like the dear old mlcers. Unfortunately, they think they "know it all" right now and they are in for a rude awakening when they get out into that cold, cruel world.
Your advice to her was spot on...but in the future, listen and only offer up advice when she asks for it. Trust me, she will come to you for advice when she's ready. They have to make these mistakes in order to learn from them. This is all part of growing up.
As for your son, what was his issue?
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
