I can perhaps, be excused, if I find this bittersweet.
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/sikh-youth/27157-lo-he-enters-manhood.html

Mine insisted on turbaning much too young, but my husband agreed and taught him the fine art of turban-tying at age 7. I suppose that one reason was that he kept tearing off his patka to show that other kids how wonderful his hair were. (Remember, this was 1978, when many boys and men had long hair.)

Once he started tying the turban, he was absolutely pleased with himself and actually acted more grown up. He became quite the dignified young man! By 13, he proved himself more of a man than many of the males in his family who cut/shaved and hid.
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=27157

Watching and helping them grow and mature is a great privilege of parents, a headache at times, but a very important business.