Ah, puberty

Let's face it. Puberty sucks!

I have no clue what's in store for me when my sons hit puberty. But, I'm really getting a good idea of how my daughter will be, thanks to my step daughters.

I'm learning all kinds of new things, things I didn't notice when I was going through it all. For instance, did you know that girls' breasts start developing about 2 years, on average, before they start menstruating? Or, that underarm hair is second?

But with all of it comes those thoughts. You know the ones. The ones most kids don't want to talk to their parents about. Well, these two girls like to talk about it ... to me. Maybe it's because I'm not their real mom. Maybe it's because I don't judge them but listen and try to explain. Maybe it's because I'm honest with my answers. It's strange regardless. I never thought I'd have those conversions with them.

I only hope that the information I give them helps them make good, responsible decisions.