*sighs* I think Jamala's been going through something similar...

I think, by nature, parents are closest to us in so many ways... I have had a share amount of disagreements with my parents but I still love them... And fortunately they are mature and respectful about most of my personal choices... there are times when my mom isn't very understanding but I think she's learning; after all I am her first child and she's unfortunate enough to live in an age where traditions and values are rapidly being challenged and changed (at least in Asia). But she's becoming more open-minded about things... because she loves me. :3

I really hate seeing people going through crap because their parents refuse to support them and their choices, though... especially when the parents are being so immature and selfish about it... I think a mistake a lot of parents make is that they refuse to see their children as a mature, grown adult who have the right to make decisions in their lives...

I am really sorry about your mom... I tend not to know what to say in times like this. I honestly don't know how I would feel or what I would do if my parents are like that... :/

*snugs...*