My 3 teens text me throughout the day and check my location. I could be frustrated by this digital tethering, but I'm grateful.

The author (left) stays connected with her teens via their phones throughout the day. Courtesy of Rebecca Hastings I know that there are dangers to teens having cellphones, but I'm glad my kids use them regularly. We stay connected throughout the day, asking each other questions and checking our location. I could be frustrated by this digital tethering, but instead, I find myself grateful. My phone rang in the middle of the afternoon. My teenage daughter was calling, but she was supposed to...