You're a good mom, DD. Don't ever doubt that for a minute. Sadly, the desire to become an individual - meaning someone quite distinct from the influences of one's parents - can result in some hard life lessons. But that doesn't mean that you haven't been a good parent. Unfortunately, with individuality comes the ability to make the *wrong* decisions; it is the down-side of being your own person, I guess.
I'm pulling for you, your family, and especially *Jim* as this unfolds....consider yourself permanently hugged.
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