As far as I’m concerned, this is the 12-step program they ought to offer at middle school open house. Bless.
“Step 1: Admit that you are now powerless to control your tween’s emotions and their moods are now unmanageable. During this step, just repeat as often as necessary, ‘My baby is still in there somewhere. I just know it.’ “
A 12-Step Program For Parents Entering The Tween Years – Scary Mommy
Riddle from the Middle 
Great article. Munch told me last night that he’s a tween. I asked “What age is a tween? He said 10-12. I replied “Dude you’re going to be 9 in April. I have time. Stop rushing the growth process.”
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So true! They’re always in such a rush, and I’m like “hey, college is great and all, but there’s something to be said for having someone who cares if you eat and have clean clothes.”
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