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[quote=Anonymous]My mom was extremely strict throughout my childhood. I had to dress modestly, be well behaved and respectful, always be chaperoned and be home at a set time.  Obviously, no hint of boyfriends, crushes, male friends was even allowed. She was also strict about which girls I could hang out with.  So, in many ways I was very sheltered.

On the other hand, my mom never made me do housework, never taught me to cook, and did not want anything more from me but for me  to study and have a career.

When I wanted to get married to my now DH, she was devastated that I was leaving a very prestigious career path to follow him to another country.

She helped me a lot after my childbirth and looked after my kids and my home so that I could go into another career.  She is my rock even though she lives in another country. I video call her every day and she knows exactly what is going on in my life.  She is a remarkable woman and all my siblings are in awe of her because she is the most balanced, organized, strong, intelligent and compassionate person.  My DH is her biggest fan and he treats her with the utmost respect and love.

I have a similar relationship with my DD. My DD is a very logical person and if I give her any advice as a mom, I cannot state it as my wish and command. I have to really explain it to her and  give her logical reasons. I like that she is this way and does not follow anyone blindly.

I am not as strict as my mom for social drinking or having male friends etc with my daughter, but I have taught her to be careful and not put herself in bad situations.  She is a sensible person and always makes good decisions.  She is also a very loving sister and daughter.  I have lucked out in life as far as loving and supportive parents, siblings, husband and kids are concerned. My mom and my daughter are my closest confidantes and I am of them. My mom and my daughter also have a very close relationship.

In this world, many may see me as an average person, living an average life, but I feel like a 1%er where having a happy and functional family is concerned. I am blessed.
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