. . . but one thing I brought up with DD8 before sleepaway camp with kids up to age 11 was that she might hear talk about sex, because 11yos are nearly teens, and she knows that teens are very interested in sex. I emphasized to her that she should probably assume that whatever she hears is wrong, and feel free to clarify it with me or a counselor. I added that if she really didn't want to talk to someone about it, she should really assume that anything upsetting or disturbing is totally incorrect.

DD8 would rather have her eyelashes pulled out one by one than talk about sex -- she knows sex has something to do with kissing, something to do with looking "sexy" to attract boys for kissing, and something to do with making babies. She is very content with her limited knowledge, so I have not added to it.

I second the idea of the car -- plus he can't see your facial expressions!

Shaun
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