Hi, long time no see. How have you been?
Oh, I've been fine, but I'm having some trouble with my son.
Tell me all about it.
Oh, he's 14 and in the past few months, he's become quieter and a bit secretive. He locks himself in his room and I think he's running around with the wrong crowd.
Oh, I see. What makes you think that?
Well, he's become friends with a couple of older boys who are in a band. And one night last weekend, he came home really late, way past his curfew.
Really? What happened?
He told me that his friend's car broke down and they had to walk home.
I see what you mean. I understand why you're concerned. Have you tried talking to your son about it?
I haven't yet. I just keep hoping it's just a phase he's going through.
You may be right, but it doesn't hurt to find out more about what's going on in his life.
You're right. I should talk to him. Sometimes, it's not easy being a parent. Thanks. It helps to get it off my chest. You're always so easy to talk to.