Earlier today I asked a question about moving away from my family. Here is the link:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Av9bEsYq5JSH6wJG89YJQLTsy6IX?qid=20070804105848AA4Ah9w
When I told everyone about how I was 23 still living with my parents they acted like it was a crime. I don't understand why people can't see that times are hard. I graduated college only to have to come home & live with my parents. Its not like I am trying 2 be lazy or mooch off my parents. Sense I came home last year have been looking for jobs & going to interviews. I have had to luck. I had 2 take a job at Wal-Mart just so I could make money. The money I make there its not enough to get an apartment even with a roommate. I could get 1 but what money would I have to eat with? I'm back in school now tryin 2 get a 2nd degree. Why can't you people see that its not my fault that I have to live with my parents at 23? 50% of college grads have to move back with parents. Why can't people understand?
2007-08-04 16:27:04 · 8 answers · asked by candigal 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
If you don't belive me read this article: http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/10/16/earlyshow/main2090521.shtml
2007-08-04 16:29:32 · update #1
You are trying to better yourself, and if you have to live with your parents for 10 years, there is nothing wrong with it. Do not listen to other so-called 'friends' that tell you it is wrong for you to live where it is best for you to live right now. You are trying to work for another degree in college, and I believe that it is very hard for all young people to get out on their own with apartments costing so much money to rent - also there are other expenses to contend with. Do what is best for you and do not listen to anyone else. Talk this over with your parents and see what you can do to help them while you are living with them. They do not seem to want you to move out as yet.
2007-08-04 16:37:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why don't you look into subsidized housing?
It's certainly not easy my dear, but many people move out at 18.
If your parents are cool with it and you are to, don't worry about it. I still think it would be fair to offer them some money for letting you live there, and you still need to pitch in around the house (chores, etc.) I know it will be hard to work, go to school and do chores but that is adult life, and unfortunately you need to get used to it sooner than later. What would you do if (God forbid) something happened to your parents? You would be forced to support yourself. Just start taking little steps toward independance so that you can feel the pride of being self sufficient.
Good luck!
2007-08-05 00:00:37 · answer #2 · answered by ♥ ~Isabelle's mommy~ ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are absolutely right, making the break and living your life on your own is not easy, There are obstacles every where you turn, as it is for everyone of us out here. Having your parents right there is a great thing, But sooner or later your going to have to jump out of the nest, or be pushed out, and start flying on your own!
Good Luck!
2007-08-04 23:41:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone's a critic. Look, my brother is 42 and he still lives with my parents. They are in Florida 6 months out of the year and he takes care of the house and when my mother had cancer he helped out immensly. It works for them. But every once in a while my brother will get someone who gives him sh*t about it. Now he is engaged and his girlfriend will bring it up that its weird that he lives at home. I told him look, you live where you live, but if thats your decision then own it. Own your choice.
2007-08-04 23:43:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
People are ignorant, ignore them. I'm a teen mom and I get crap from people all the time on this site. Those are the people that sit on the computer all day and don't get out and realize the world has changed.
2007-08-04 23:37:40 · answer #5 · answered by hello_stars 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, trust me.. I completly understand. I went out to college in a different state and most deffinitly couldn't afford it.
Don't worry what they say, it's hard to live alone in college
2007-08-04 23:33:03 · answer #6 · answered by Alexis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i understand where your coming from.the cost of living is going up but the wages are staying the same.between gas prices and food and rent its very hard.
2007-08-04 23:49:59 · answer #7 · answered by tammy g 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who said it was easy.
You will learn and survive alone
2007-08-04 23:30:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋