My parents really don't *need* to snoop, because they always know where I am and what I'm doing, etc. They know where I am when I go out. They know who I visit. They can call me at any time when I'm not at home. I *am* home most of the time though, and when I'm home, either I'm on the internet, or doing chores/homework/whatever. They always know what I'm doing. I have nothing to hide. I don't care if they wanted to search my whole room, because I've got nothing to hide. I wouldn't mind them reading my journal. My bedroom door's always open during the day, and my family keeps coming and going. I don't mind. Though my parents have never asked me for my passwords, my internet usage was very supervised when I was younger. It isn't anymore, but I'm not that young anymore either. My brother knows my passwords btw. I know my parents trust me, and if they want to snoop, they're more than welcome to, because I'm not the type of daughter who would do something wrong, or something they strongly disapprove of.

I think its important for parents to keep a close watch on their kids up to a certain age. Kids are their parents' responsibility. They bring them into this world, and have every right in the world to do whatever, to ensure they're safe, cared for, and not doing anything wrong. I know I will keep a watch on my kids when I have them, especially when they are young. I will give them their space and privacy, but at the same time, I will need to know they're not putting themselves in harm's way, or doing anything wrong. Its just something parents *need* to do, and its something they only do out of love and responsibility, for their kids.