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snips and snails, and puppy-dogs' tails
for the record...
Published Sep. 20, 2008
Studley, you say your mom practically kicked you out over politics, but I say you start treating politics like sex, and leave her out, letting her believe whatever it is that she needs to believe...in a word or two, shut up! It's your mom. You don't get her BP up...let her be in peace. Argue with GOLO people. --DJO
There are three things I never discuss with my parents... Sex, religion, and politics. I don't want anyone forcing their veiws of such on me... No one, not even my parents.
In regards to the blog last night, my mother attacked me due my neutral position, in which she took as me being a McCain supporter, which, IMO, is a very poor reason to destroy what remaining repore one has with their child or any other family member.
I believe that she is free to believe what ever she wants, however, I have have the same right and deserve the same respect that I offer to anyone else in my own views and respect in my choice not to share my opinion or views.
One of our fellow Goloers witnessed me in seizure due to stress overload and in the case of last night, I wanted to avoid being in such as state again. When I told my mother that I didn't want to discuss t he matter, she took it to the level of disowning me.
Some things that were said, should never be voiced by a parent to a child, as they can never be taken back. Some of which was said, I will NEVER forgive nor will I ever forget. Last night was the absolute last straw and I will no longer subject myself to the abuse that I have endured from my own family for decades now.
I have alwasys beleived that one should be careful for what you ask. They will need me LONG before I ever need them. Since my parents believe that support of a political candidate is worth losing a relationship with flseh and blood, I hope they can call on him in the future. A president is only in office 4 to 8 years, I am supposed to be their son for life. Sad mistake on their part, and honestly, for my sake, good riddens.
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GOLO member since March 28, 2008
September 20, 2008 11:17 p.m.
Personally, my son has done several things that I don't approve of... but he's my son, and I'll love him no matter what. I voice my opinion carefully and base them with facts. If we disagree... I'm the one that backs off and lets him live his life as he sees fit... afterall, I raised him... but that doesn't allow me to try and control him.
Hugs for you. I hope that things didn't get so bad that they can't be repaired in the future. But I do understand your expectation that they let you be who you are... whether you want to discuss or drop a subject, and have your own opinions without being attacked for them.
GOLO member since May 1, 2008
September 20, 2008 9:28 p.m.
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September 20, 2008 9:24 p.m.
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September 20, 2008 8:42 p.m.
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September 20, 2008 7:59 p.m.
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September 20, 2008 7:53 p.m.
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GOLO member since July 18, 2007
September 20, 2008 7:16 p.m.
That being said, sometimes there is sickness within a family. It is necessary to separate yourself from the sickness so that you do not continue the cycle. Someone has to be the person to break a cycle of illness.
From the outside looking in, a family may appear fine w/just the 'normal' squabbles. But from outside, you don't know what's truly going on inside the family.
Stud, I'm sorry you had this falling out with your mom. I can't imagine ever disowning my kids. They may do something one day that disappoints me, but they will ALWAYS be my children and I love them. I wish you well and hope that this resolves - one way or the other!
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September 20, 2008 7:15 p.m.
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September 20, 2008 7:14 p.m.
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