<p>@megpmom</p>
<p>My folks were involved in my education. My dad was always willing to answer science and math questions isf I got stuck. My mom would proof a paper if asked, and given this was prehistoric days, type a final version of a draft that I had marked up. She was a fast typist and I was slow and innaccurate. But then in those days it was common practice to hire typists for long papers. I had quite a few friends who made their pin money that way.</p>
<p>That said I never felt the work I did was not mine. I felt it helped me learn the material and the skills a little easier and a little faster, but it was still my learning. I felt supported and lucky to have the caring supportive parents I did. I also had no problem going out on my own in the world. Haven’t ever sent a memo to mom to proofread! I am sure it will be the same for my kids.</p>