Most of us want to do great things in life. That includes parenting. We want to take our teens on the epic vacation, be the coolest parent their friends love being around, and say all the right things at all the right times. Unfortunately, most of us will not achieve parenting (or any other kind of) greatness. We'll take lame family vacations (according to them), embarrass them in front of their friends, and say things that make the situation worse. Does that mean we've failed? Hardly. Mother Teresa famously said, "We cannot do great things, only small things with great love." Not only do I think that's true, I think it's critical for parents to grasp. If you focus on the little things, you might be surprised how big of a deal it is. Here are 5 small ways to make a big difference in your teen's life. 1. Show up. When possible, be at their games, their performances, their birthdays, and other important events. (Occasionally missing a game or a pe...