I believe it's important to spend time with your teenage daughter, and so I've found many creative ideas to help them say yes. If your kids are like mine, then spending time in their room, on the phone, or on the computer instant messaging is their idea of a great time. Here are many activities I've participated in with my teens over the years:

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