I did not see the latest post, I was typing when it was posted.

Thank you for filling in the boundary topics.

And yes, 16 year old daughters and their drama-filled friends, and messy rooms. Stressful.

I do agree going against the high school drop-out boyfriend will probably push her towards him.

Aside from boundaries, which teens will bounce off and get angry towards, you have the path of inspire, lead by example, and reason. Daunting when attempting to connect with an emotional teenager’s mind and heart. She does hear you - I hope you know that. I hope you believe that.

D16 is growing up. Be her role model. She is watching, even though she doesn’t show it, or acknowledges it, she is absorbing it.

DnJ

Feelings are fleeting.
Be better, not bitter.
Love the person, forgive the sin.