When I discovered it, I texted her with it, saying I had her phone.* Then a few texts caught my eye, and I snooped. This morning I dropped her off for band camp and she accidentally left her phone in the car. She does well in school and she doesn’t get into trouble. I have a beautiful, awesome 17-year-old daughter. The chat will resume Tuesday after Labor Day, Sept. There will be no live chat next week, as Emily Yoffe is on vacation. Got a burning question for Prudie? She’s online at to chat with readers each Monday at noon. Please send your questions for publication to (Questions may be edited.) Get Dear Prudence delivered to your inbox each week click here to sign up.