Who would know but ten years ago that kids would be texting each other all the time, that that would be one of their main forms of communication. And so many times, these kids know more about the technology than their parents. And so many times, we're putting kids in very adult situations and expecting them to behave like they're 40 years old.

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The quote highlights the rapid and unforeseen evolution of technology, specifically how kids now predominantly communicate through texting. It points out the irony that children often possess more knowledge about technology than their own parents. Additionally, it suggests that society places young individuals in mature circumstances and expects them to respond with the wisdom and experience expected of adults.

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