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A woman in France has reportedly been found impersonating her daughter in order to sit an exam in her place. The 52-year-old woman allegedly wanted to help her daughter do well in her exams, and attempted a youthful disguise consisting of trainers, jeans and make-up so that she could pass as a teenager. Unfortunately for the woman and her child, she was soon discovered and questioned by the police.A woman in France has reportedly been found impersonating her daughter in order to sit an exam in her place. The 52-year-old woman allegedly wanted to help her daughter do well in her exams, and attempted a youthful disguise consisting of trainers, jeans and make-up so that she could pass as a teenager. Unfortunately for the woman and her child, she was soon discovered and questioned by the police.
Have you ever gone above and beyond for your child? Have you done something completely embarrassing to help your offspring out? Did you dress up as a chicken for a school Easter parade or loudly warn off unsuitable suitors for your teenagers? Perhaps you have parents who insisted on being far too involved in your life, still picking you up from parties at the age of 21. Tell us your stories about over-helpful parents, and the lengths you've gone to help your kids out.Have you ever gone above and beyond for your child? Have you done something completely embarrassing to help your offspring out? Did you dress up as a chicken for a school Easter parade or loudly warn off unsuitable suitors for your teenagers? Perhaps you have parents who insisted on being far too involved in your life, still picking you up from parties at the age of 21. Tell us your stories about over-helpful parents, and the lengths you've gone to help your kids out.
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