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davey,

I see your point and can see where if monitored, it would not be a big deal. The key thing is that when your teenager knows why (and not just how) you feel the way you do, they are more accepting of parental direction.

I'm sure your stepson knows what the punishment is if he caught visiting inappropriate websites or abusing AIM. That's the key. Kids need boundaries. If parents do not provide them, then the kids will have a free reign which is not healthy.

I would be interested to hear what milo and chesspain have to offer to this conversation. I am no child psychologist, I am only a parent doing what I think is best.

BTW - I think it is awesome that your daughter sends you emails. [img]/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]