Monica from what i read you have done nothing wrong, there is nothing odd about it at all, obviously these young people trust and love you and since they are unable to turn to their parents have turned to you, you also gave them the right advice to seek counselling, IMO not all professionals know everything, life experiences count for alot.

Yes sometimes people just need someone else to talk to, a problem shared can be a problem halved in some cases, a good example is what Queen of Poop had to say, if only someone had been there for her in her time of need, and most of us know what Gail went through, it was not nice.,and she is still paying the price.

Monica i would not get too upset about the negative comments towards you, you know in your heart what you did was right and that is all that matters, and plenty here agree with you.

I hope that your dear young friends, work things out and can stay together and have a happy life together in the future.