Love me for who I am, not what I've done

I have come to the conclusion that parents need a bit of a lesson on why they are parents and what that "job" entails. I have seen too many friends struggle to keep close with their parents because their parents don't let them live on their own. There comes a time when parents need to let go. I understand that they have raised us, and taught us and want to protect us because they love us. I feel like often the fear of something bad happening to a child makes parents restrict their children's lives too much. Parents should not be afraid of their children dying, but afraid of them never having lived. Let us live please! Trust that you have taught us well and send us out into the world to make our own mistakes and have our own adventures. I would like to think that my parents would love me unconditionally, and no matter what. I expect the same from every parent. If I commit a crime, will I be welcome in my home? If I have no money or worth, will I still be welcome? I know for me, the answer is yes, but many friends are not in the same lucky boat. It angers me to hear of people who try to control their children through the threat of love. "We wont love you if you..." COME ON! I don't care if you dislike her fiance, or if he had sex, or if he is a genuine ass hole. They are your children, which is the greatest miracle on earth. Love them for it and let them live with your love always.