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[quote=Anonymous]It may be helpful to think of it as an independence issue more than a food issue. Some of those restaurants are just part of the social experience as a teen more than the specific food. Sure, there is plenty of food at home, but it's not a replacement for eating a fun frozen drink with your friends.

Even though you don't have a Starbucks habit, she is interested. "We" aren't a take-out family, but she wants it. There is "not enough time" is another way of saying that it's not important enough to you. So she can be hearing that message that her wishes aren't the family way and may be feeling restricted or controlled while you are focused on practicality.

I would give in at times. Just say "sure" sometimes b/c you love her and it matters to her. If you have to say 'no' then say when you can take her, or communicate that you will make time to take her once or twice a week. Maybe Friday night is take-out night, but the rest of the week is at home. The intense desire for what you can't have may fade when it's available. A take-out food allowance of $X a week could give her a sense of independence.[/quote]

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