Author Alexandra Slater A.K.A. the Hingham Housewife is back from vacation week and we’re so excited to reunite with her! Our listeners were also very excited for the Hingham Housewife’s return as one listener had a very pressing matter regarding a frustrating parenting situation:

My question is for Hingham Housewife – I am frustrated with my teen, she is turning 16 in May and I want her to get a summer job this year. I always enjoyed having a summer job during high school because I met so many people, made a little bit of money, and it taught me structure and discipline, in a fun way. I was trying to get her excited by telling her she could be a lifeguard at the beach or pool, maybe work at an ice cream shop, or even babysit! My daughter did not like any of those suggestions and said she deserves a relaxing summer with her friends. Please help me! 

This was a tough one so Hingham Housewife gave her best advice to navigate teenage angst. Listen in and let us know what your dilemma is in the form below: