I was always with my kids, I took them everywhere, they loved it when I joined them to go to the movies or wherever. We were always a family, and I as a mother, constantly gave my kids hugs, kisses, and told them how much I was proud of them, how much they meant and how much I loved them. To this day, they are mature grown adults with very good careers and life. I have no regrets being there and always asking questions about their friends, their school, their teachers, I wanted to know as much as I could, and at the same time, they liked it because they think I am a cool mom, and I am always there for them and I listen to them.
I disagree with the mom who let her young son go on the subway by himself. She should thank God that nothing happen to him, and she should never do this again.
As for the other mom always peeping in and watching them, GO FOR IT, as long as it does not interupt their lives, and they do not mind.
Nancy
Cleveland, Ohio