How do i convince my parents to let me and my cousins drive down to New York City from Toronto?

My parents do not think it is safe for girls to drive down to New York by ourselves they want us take the bus or train. We do not plan on using the car in the city. My cousin has had her licence for over 5 years, and is a really good driver. Any facts [...]

Do you think that proper parenting means to give and do everything for your children?

Do you feel the need to teach, train and discipline your children? If so how do you do it? Did you learn your parenting style from our own parents or from some other source?