Love — the syntax of love? Part 3

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I was also afraid that if they did something that would result in harming themselves, or even killing themselves, then I couldn’t bear the thought that they were injured or that I would lose someone precious to me. It is still a challenge to appreciate that my daughters are free to choose and that some choices can result in unpleasant consequences. I failed my daughters, and mistakes are an essential part of the learning process…