Teenagers

Response to Single Dad's Laughing blog: http://www.danoah.com/2011/04/when-is-it-time-to-evolve-in-our.html#more
I'm surprised that so many of the comments were accusatory.  Yes, teenagers are difficult.  Yes, they say mean, hurtful things, and scream and throw tantrums that only two year olds can top.  Yes, they say it's the end of the world when really, it's not. 
But, that doesn't mean you get to say it right back to them.  I yelled at my parents, told them I hated them, slammed doors, and many other things.  I was considered a good kid by all my family and neighbors and by my parents.  Who loved me despite my hormones and flaws.  Who loved me as I tried to figure out my place in this world that doesn't always make sense.
This is what Dan is saying should happen.  Nothing more, nothing less.  Just that parents need to love their kids.  Is there anything wrong with that?