The fact is, your parents aren't going to like all of your friends equally. And it's really no big thing if they have a few favorites among your friends. But it's an entirely different matter if they flat out can't stand a best bud--and they make that fact crystal clear.
Keep the conversation cranking by asking your parents exactly what bothers them about your good bud. Their explanation alone won't solve matters, but sorting out their feelings could be the first step to changing how they treat her. Your parents might serve up a reason for their dislike: But let it be duly noted that your parents could feel put on the spot and come up with no explanation whatsoever.
Also, please try to trust your parents’ instincts. Most of the time you don’t think of your parents when choosing your friends. After all, whose friends are they supposed to be? But generally – certainly not always – when your parents dislike a friend of yours, they are often proved right in the long run and you lose out on both sides. You are both disappointed in your friend and your parents have an opportunity to say, “I told you so!”
2006-07-24 02:17:01
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answered by soulroute™ 3
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I say, you should be able to date who you want (to some extent). You just have different taste than your mom. Explain to her that while she may find his hair a turn off, you find it as a turn on. My parents don't like guys w/ long hair. And I'm even talking about just a little bit long. Like it's over their ears and hanging in their eyes. I think that's cool. It's just different peoples opinions. Your mom should accept you bf for the way he is and she should be glad that he isn't worse in her eyes.
2006-07-24 09:17:38
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answered by wolfgirl 3
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You really did not want her to get nasty with him while he was there did you? Be careful what you wish for.
If he makes a positive impact on your life, she will warm to him. If he doesn't well... you get the picture.
Oh, and I wouldn't mention the skunk thing to either of them.
-Dio
2006-07-24 09:12:06
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answered by diogenese19348 6
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Well Life is short and you dn't know of that is the man you want to spend the rest of you life with (Hey it Happens) You do what your heart desire don't let anyone make you feel a way to don't want to
2006-07-24 09:36:36
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answered by Mermaid& Monkey 2
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Mother knows best, and in the long run you'll find this out. I would listen to her and dump this guy. It may be hard but it's for the best.
2006-07-24 13:10:23
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answered by Beth 4
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Let her get to know his personality better. Maybe invite him over to watch a movie with you and your mom, or make him and her dinner. Once she gets to know him she will get past what he looks like and focus on his personality.
2006-07-24 10:51:52
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answered by Meg 2
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i am not sure that there is anything that you can say that will make her accept him. She may not like the way he looks. its totally up to her.
2006-07-24 09:15:33
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answered by bumblebee 5
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What is it with mothers who doesn't like to their childrens boyfriend. If he makes you happy go for it
2006-07-24 09:34:29
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answered by The Shadow 3
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if you like him, stick with him an tell ur mom 2 go boil her head.
2006-07-24 09:11:40
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answered by moonlight 3
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