kids alone. from a single girl came to US at 20 till now working, married with a pre-teen kid, I had so many "concerning" phone calls and letters from my folks. They never force their suggestions, but I always try to talk carefully, so, I don't cause their concerns or worries. I always hope that we can just chat: what they are doing, how is the relatives, and my life too. kids want to talk to their parents, but your involment make them tired of talking to you. are you forgeting when you were young?