Mine have helped me through college, e.g, expenses, support ..etc
But now they say to friends/relatives ''Yes we put Her through college''.
It irritates me. As if I am being controlled.
2007-07-14 23:28:26 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
a major one, helped me throughout school
2007-07-14 23:31:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
They made me feel secure and wanted as a child. they instilled me with a sense of humour. They were never apart and adored each other. Mam was Dad's Lovely lady and he worshipped the ground she walked on. Dad was Mam's Darling Joe and even in hospital after several strokes she would learn to write again by writing "I love my Joe" over and over again.
They (especially Dad) were my biggest fans. I brought a tuba home from school .... if that's what I wanted to play, then fine.
I asked if I could have 150 quid to go to France for a fortnight with the school (when I was 12 in 1978), I was most impressed that I had an immediate 'yes' and the full amount within days ... apparently, they were just waiting for me to ask as they'd budgeted for at least one foreign holiday for each of us.
Basically, they were the best people I knew. They were on several committees each, Mam organised street parties, Dad would come in from a hard days work and then travel three miles to help out at a children's disco at the community centre near our old home and yet they were so modest.
I miss them.
2007-07-15 00:34:58 · answer #2 · answered by elflaeda 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You accepted their money and support for college. They're proud they were able to do that for you, and they're looking for acknowledgement.
If it makes them feel good, it's the least you can put up with in exchange. I know it's annoying..like you didn't study..but it's a small thing to put up with. I have friends who are 15 years out of college and still paying off student loans...would you rather they hadn't helped you?
The next time you're there when they say it, give them a hug and say "And I can't tell you how much I appreciate it!!" They'll love it!
2007-07-14 23:35:41 · answer #3 · answered by Kaia 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Schooling
2007-07-14 23:42:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beside my mom giving birth to me. Not to much. My dad died when I was two so that puts him out of the picture. My mom had a few extra cars that she didn't use, they were older. She gave me my first car but I had to pay a grand for it, when it wasn't really worth it. I only went to a 2 year college, but she didn't help me. The only thing I do remember her helping me on was my electric bill, it was overdue and she paid $100. so they wouldn't shut off my electricity.
2007-07-14 23:38:11 · answer #5 · answered by bekapv_219 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Support.
2007-07-14 23:31:38 · answer #6 · answered by Max A 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well they did didn't they? My parents were friends, mentors and helped me develop my moral compass. They may drive you mad and remind you and your friends of the times you think you've grown out of, but by the time you truly see the world from your parents perspective they're probably not going to be around to hear you say 'Yes, I understand now'.
2007-07-14 23:41:50 · answer #7 · answered by Avon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are just being proud of you. If YOU know you did it yourself, then just smile and let them feel the pride. The truth will always shine in the end. GOOD FOR YOU, though! On your independence and education. No one holds that but YOu and no one can ever take it away.
My parents are great. They are healthy, loving, beautiful God fearing parents who raised a whole peck of kids who are happy, drug free, educated and smart. And beautiful like them. \\ NO ONE can make you mad like your immediate family though, because they know all our buttons and controls.
Peace.
2007-07-15 00:28:58 · answer #8 · answered by Sleek 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My parents divorced when I was young, so my father has had virtually no influence. My mother, with the best of intentions, tried to bring me up as a devout Jehovah's Witness, which seriously screwed up my teens. She is full of remorse now.
2007-07-14 23:38:48 · answer #9 · answered by Avondrow 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they played a key role in my development as a person. Parents control, that is their job!
2007-07-14 23:32:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well your parents paying for college may have played a major part in getting you through, but your the one who slogged your guts out to get the qualifications. i suggest you have a word with your parents or even suggest you pay the money back in instalments. if they decline your offer then tell them they cannot continue belittling you like this.
2007-07-14 23:39:25 · answer #11 · answered by Jaimee1987 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋