Understanding Family Dynamics

I have never met two families with exactly identical dynamics and rules. Every family is different in the ways that they choose to handle certain situations and punishments. Some of my friends growing up could probably get away with murder without their parents noticing or caring. At the time I thought they were oh so lucky for being able to do whatever whenever they wanted and pleased. As I get older I appreciate my parents rules and dynamics more. I could never get away with ANYTHING without my dear mother finding out. I grew up in a small town so it definitely did not help that she had pairs of eyes everywhere I went looking out for me. I think it is important to define clear boundaries for children and teenagers. We are taught right from wrong from the very beginning but sometimes the rules within the household can be unclear. I am grateful for the wonderful examples around me that I was able to grow up seeing many different dynamics and parenting techniques.