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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Move to a different location far away from her AA meetings?

Sorry, OP, I've got nothing short of a heated discussion and consequent distancing. I had to resort to that with my mother. I went no contact for 6 months. She now behaves SO MUCH BETTER, because she knows I follow through when she doesn't.

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This. Unfortunately, you will have to have uncomfortable conversations with your mom if you want it to change. I had to do this with my parents and brother after years of abusive treatment. Once I told them they will not be able to see my kids unless they change their behavior, things have been very different. I’m not saying your mom is abusive but you mentioned she could get angry if you are honest with her. You may have to see what happens if you want it to change. Try in the gentlest of terms initially and if that doesn’t work, just be brutally honest, that you need that time as just your family. She may be angry but eventually will get over it. I guess the first step is deciding what you can tolerate and than communicating that to her. Good luck.

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