Makes complete sense, Tiod. We don't crawl out of the coccoon of youth one day and pronounce, "Now I am a woman, a fully mature, independent adult who knows how to set appropriate boundaries, safeguard my priorities and privacy, treat others with decency and compassion, contribute to family and society."

Becoming the person we want to be is always a process, and we are always enmeshed in relationships that present us with unique and often unpredictable opportunities for growth.

We all puzzle our way through these enmeshing ties and emotions.

At least, that's my $.02.
(((((((((((((Tiod))))))))))))