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It's often hard to break free of chains of the controlling mother. It wasn't 'til I had my first child and I knew how I was going to raise her and my mom was trying to tell me what to do. I finally stood up and told her that I appreciated her advice and would ask for her help if when needed it. It was a wake-up call for her and actually changed our relationship for the better.
Some moms have a hard time letting go, so it's not until we get up the chutzpah to let them know this so they can realize that we're old enough to take responsibility for ourselves.
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We are always more anxious to be distinguished for a talent which we do not possess, than to be praised for the fifteen which we do possess.
Mark Twain
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