at what age approx did u start being more independent like spend ur own money, and read on!!!!!!!!!?

Question

and go out without having to tell ur parents, etc etcccc

Answer 1

I started spending my own money when I started earning my own money. So long as I lived at home, I told my parents where I was going. It was their house and their rules. And frankly, it was the polite thing to do. I knew that they wanted me to be safe, and I knew that if I acted maturely, they were more open to what I wanted to do. Worked like a charm. I went away to college, and when I wanted to move to the big city for the summer with three other girls at age 19 to work at a job that tied in with my college major, my mom took a deep breath, and came and signed the lease for us. If I hadn't proved that I could be respondsible, it never would have happened. It was a great summer and I made a point of going back home for a long weekend before school started in the fall to spend time with and thank my parents for trusting me. I never lived at home with them again. The following summer I went to summer school and after graduation, I moved back to the big city. My job there got me great contacts and made it pretty easy to get a first job. My folks gave me a couple of months' rent at graduation and I have supported myself ever since.

Answer 2

I don't think it's anything but a matter of preference - it's up to the couple and whomever is picking up the bill. I think if it is a 2nd marriage, it tends to be less frivolous, but if it is a 1st marriage for each - it's entirely up to you! As we grow older, I think we all tend to be more practical after having experienced the real world and how we have to work for and earn everything we have. A 21 yr old has a completely different perception about what's important - compared to someone in their 30's. What anyone who is planning their wedding/reception should keep in mind is that it is only 1 day! You're paying for x number of hours. The more that you spend does not necessarily equal a better occaision. After it's over - you're not going to be thankful you blew all that cash. Things that matter are having your dream dress, a delicious cake that means something to you, excellent quality photos and the special memories with your family and friends. The rest like the dinner, the decorations, the bar, the music, the location - it's all secondary. It should make you happy, but you shouldn't break the bank! I have seen a 25,000K (+) wedding (it was insane! She was a total bride-zilla) and I've seen a 1,000K wedding. There was no difference in the atmosphere or the guests' opinions about how nice everything was. Personally, I would prefer to see the couple spend the money on starting their lives together in the real world, rather than feeding 300 people an extravagant meal and picking up the bar tab. Hope that helps!

Answer 3

well, first how old are you? Is the money you want to spend money that you earned? Unless you are working and at least 18, then you should be telling your parents when you are going out and where you'll be. If you have a cell phone then they have the # and they should be able to reach you. I know that it seems like they are trying to keep you from growing up, but they are just trying to keep you safe so you will grow up! I have seen too many children get into so much trouble because the parents didn't care where they were or what they are doing...you should be thankful that your parents are watching over you to keep you safe.

Answer 4

13

Answer 5

You need to always tell your parents where you are going if you live with them and when you are expecting to return if it is hours or days. Parents worry about there children and I know why my nephew was on his way to school and was killed in a car crash. There have been murders for years and don't you think your parent's know this and are worried that something may happen to you. They deserve a nights sleep, and to worry your parent's is wrong, and all parent's that do not care or ask where there child is should not be a parent. We all love our children even when you move a way they will call to check on you they can't help it. When you have children you will understand. Be patient and try to put your feet in their shoes. They just love you and care about you. I still tell my parents where I'm at and I'm almost 45. I have health problems and my mom is in her seventies and she is to old to worry about me. I always keep in touch when I go on vacation. Of course I vacation by myself my children are grown. I never want them to worry but when I was young I did not think of it just like your doing I wanted my independence. Now I know what they went through, so I try to always keep in touch.

Answer 6

well i'd say i started to have some independance around 18-19 after that i still told them some things but not everything and i had my own account in which the money was finally mine without having to ask for my own cash when i needed it.

Answer 7

I didn't do any of that until I was 18 (pathetic, huh?) Mom needed me at home, and I was the last of 5 children. I saw how much pain my siblings caused my parents... so I pretty much was the MOST Boring Teen on this ENTIRE Planet!

Snore!! Sorry, Love, I can't help. I didn't do much at all.

Answer 8

When I got a job and a license at the end of being 16 and the beginning of 17.