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[quote=Anonymous]Remind her that this is temporary. Focus on the next step. When I was not allowed to spend $300 on a dress for prom, my mom said that I would go to a good college, get a good career and have many formal affairs ahead of me. This is the time that the mean, unoriginal, provincial girls peak - let them have it. Well, a dozen fraternity and sorority formals, congressional galas, charity balls and company parties later and trust me, I wish I could have all of my money back on those stupid dresses. I also thank my stars that I have sons, sorry OP. But being the not so cool girl and not having a parent who cared or encouraged me to change anything to be one actually helped me out in life.

Not sure if this is just in the AA community, but we had groups like Jack and Jill and various organizations that sponsored groups for young adults (like Zeta Phi Beta and Delta) and they often helped young, smart people navigate socially while also exposing them to charitable work. If you aren't AA, maybe Jr. League has a young adult group like this where DD can learn how good, productive and network-based socializing  with other young ladies works, while picking up valuable etiquette along the way.[/quote]

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