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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DH has a work trip that he’d like me to attend a few hours away from where we live .  DD17 doesn’t want to come along. I’m not sure if we should let her stay alone. She’s not a partier so I’m not worried about that. But, we’ve never left her alone overnight before. She’s willing to stay alone and is responsible. I guess I’m just overly anxious. So considering all this, should we?[/quote]

In many states kids can live on their own at that age. [/quote]
I did, so this question and answers are hilarious. I understand the concerns and there's always a spectrum but its a good small step growth opportunity op. If she has a nearby brother, just set her up with meals and snacks in the fridge and have her phone on hand to check in. If you act like its no big deal but she needs to be responsible about things like locking doors and no candles, make sure stove is off, she could grow from this. If you act nervous and like impending doom and you cant trust her, her confidence might tell her she's not capable.[/quote]

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