After a year in college it was amazing how we went from "Stupid" to "Smart" As (our kids were) seniors in high school, DH and I were the stupidest things around. We knew absolutely nothing relevent to current life. By their sophomore year in college we miraculously gained so much knowledge. Amazing!!!!
My kids are now 22, 23 1/2, almost 27 and 29. We are very wise in their eyes now. They are nice to us and respect our opinions and advise (when asked for)