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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I would not.  Part of being an adult is going through those small struggles of things such as a 14 hr drive to see someone you love.  It will make your DC a better adult and help to strengthen their relationship.[/quote]

I disagree.  This is not about being an adult and making smart decisions.  It's about safety - 14 hour road trip solo is not safe.  She will need to stop half way to reduce the risk.  The cost of fuel and a hotel will be about $400.  If you help her buy the ticket, you are demonstrating that safety is important to you as is her emotional well being (visiting her longterm boyfriend).

My parents wouldn't have ever done this for me, but they demonstrate over and over (even as an adult) that they don't value my physical or emotional well being.  They can demonstrate with words, not money (I'm 50) and they choose not to, because they don't care.

This is one of those times where your actions will speak so loud that it won't matter what you say.[/quote]

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