Dear Meggs,

I have a daughter who is a high school senior nearing graduation. She has no direction in life and says she doesn't want to go to college. I'm afraid she will end up working some fast-food job and probably wind up in some dead-end job for the rest of her life. How do I get this girl motivated to go to college and make a good life for herself?

"Frustrated"
Central Illinois

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Dear Frustrated,

I have a feeling that there are many parents going through your exact situation right now and while I have no doubt that you are indeed frustrated, I also think you are a bit disappointed as well. Am I right?

Every parent wants what is best for their child. With that said, sometimes the best thing for them is to let them realize, on their own, what is right for them. It may be a college education, a job in the real world, or something else. But pushing them into doing what *you* want them to do will not only make them go the other way but it might also hurt your relationship more.

Best of luck to you !

welcome!!!

I'm just your average stay-at-home mom that has had many different experiences and who has always just liked to help others. I sometimes feel that that is my purpose in life!

This site has been made with the intent of being a "Dear Abby" type columm. Please email me with any question and I will post q&a on here! I realize that when you email your name will show up in my inbox but don't worry - this will be an anonymous forum and everything personal is extremely confidential!

Thanks for reading and I hope I can help!