is my mom being too strict?
812865
No.  I wasn't allowed to stay home alone overnight until I was 17.  At ALMOST 15, she could be charged with negligence if anything happened to you.
30891
Be honest.  Hopefully she will respect your honesty.  Remember that she is your mother and you can tell her anything.  Just tell her.  Trust and open communication between you and your parents are the most important things you can have with them.
402375
Mamma knows best, kinda thing.  Its hard for them to see us grow up and move away, it hurts them, while this is a joyous time for you guys, part of  your mom is realizing that your leaving the nest and she is sad.  While her controlling things annoys you, perhaps she sees this as a last chance sort of thing.  Humor her as much as you can, and try to be understand ing.  Sit down and let your mother know that although you are starting a new life with your soon to be husband (CONGRATS CONGRATS) she will ALWAYS be a apart of you and your life.  Tell her that no matter what you love her, and need her and want her in your life.  Because the real issue is the fact that your mom is hurting over what she considers "loosing her baby".  Your problem may be control, but her problem is far greater.  You obviously have a mom who loves you more than anything, so your off to a great start, just try to talk to her, reassure her that your not "leaving her" she is not loosing a daughter but GAINING a son!!  Best of luck to you, have a happy happy life.  God Bless your family and marriage!!
40740
Honey your mom is going through a lot of stress right now and so are you. I can assure that she loves you and while she might be angry ( hell even PISSED) at you for sneaking out she will respect you being grown up enough to tell her what you did and why. Tell her how you are feeling and what you did. It is a fact of life that you have to accept the punshiment that goes with the "crime" so step up and maybe this conversation will help the two of you understand each other a little better in the long run.
525623
who brought you up? who gives you shelter and food? Still your mom right? Did you do something that make her upset? mom sometimes said things that she didnt mean when she was stress, angry or upset. dont take it too hard.
24389
No, unless you had you mother's permission.  \n\nNow, if she gave permission then it would be perfectly fine.
904871
I have one of these moms, too.  We just put things where we want them and she can change them later.  Her thing is always "The tinsel isn't right.  One piece at a time."\nWe just laugh at her and do what we want.
533098
Yes...up until the time they are a legal adult.  Maybe parents should think about this before allowing so much permissiveness in their family. I am a strict Mother(no corporal punishment...but lots of consistency and time out and good choice/ bad choice options). I feel it is my duty, and moral responsibility to raise well mannered and caring people. I KNOW I am responsible for my children's actions.
143114
A little more detail might be helpful...\n\nYour mom might just be trying to protect you from disappointment or something else that she feels is not safe or right for you.\n\nIf you really have your heart set on what you want, just keep working at it.  Of course, you have to prove to mom that you can maintain good grades and take care of whatever responsibilities you have within the family/home FIRST, or else you might find yourself in trouble.  \n\nI have found motivation in trying to prove other people wrong, when someone says I'm not good enough to accomplish something, I want to succeed that much more!
209108
The only thing you have to consider is where you are living.  Yes, you're 18 and an adult but if you are still living under your mother's roof then you need to follow her rules.  Still, there's no reason that you can't talk to her like an adult and explain that you would like some more freedom.  The biggest part of this is how much she trusts you.  If you've given her reasons to think that you can make good decisions then you're likely to get what you're looking for.  If you've shown her you can't, she's likely as not to tell you to follow her rules.
644546
She's still your mom, right? If she's being too affectionate with someone in front of you and making you feel uncomfortable, tell her. I'd tell you the same if she were dating men. Talk to her about what you need and how you feel. Just don't try to change her because she's a grown woman who can think for herself.
1004008
what?!?? your mom SHOULD force you. she doesn't want you to grow up and be a waste in society. grow up. you will always have to do things you don't want to do.
42053
Obey your mom...she has a good reason for the rules she imposes on you. Find something else to do instead of going to the party.
738973
TOUGH!  I kind of had the same problem.  I talked to my husband about it, and made it very clear that I adored her, but feared her meddling would come between our relationship.  I also told him that I in no way wanted to come between him and his mom....but we needed to set ground rules.  He understood more than I thought he would...and he talked to his mom about it.  After all, he knows her better than I do...so he knew how to express this without upsetting her and making me look like a bad person.  It has worked very well, and we are ALL happy now.
384040
One thing is because your mother allows this man to treat her this way. Really there isn't a thing you can do except love your mom. She needs you more now than before. She will come to terms that he is doing something that is harmful to her and hopefully before it is to late...N
781234
your mom is offering to help you!! she wants the best for you and is willing to do what it takes for you get treatment and life on back on track..she seems like a responsible caring woman so i would say stick with your mother even if it means getting kicked out of your house! its only because she loves you and until you figure out the consequences of your actions..then i presume she will keep doing it
58765
I guess so...\n\n"My mom, no matter how hard she tries, cannot stop worrying about me when i am out late; she is always waiting up for me."\n\n"My mom, no matter how hard she tries, cannot stop worrying about me; when i am out late, she is always waiting up for me."\n\neither way should work.