bds0688
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Definitely don't go about this the wrong way, but do take action. My dad died when I was 15. We were able to pay off our house with his insurance, and some maintenance needed on it and such. Nothing major, but it needed done. My mom fell into a slight depression when I was around 18. Money became thin, and I have loaned her probably close to 1.5K, without ever seeing a dime back. I don't expect to, but it would be nice, since she is still providing the house and luxuries*cable, internet that I am using*. However, she has not taken money without me knowing.
Once you cool down, maybe talk with your mom. See why she didn't just ask, if she's embarassed about the situation, or feels threatened? Maybe she was going to lose both houses? Debt collectors and money situtatuins turn nasty really quickly. Hell, see if she's depressed, or been squandering money. Again, no attack on your mom or her character. But maybe something's distracting her and is allowing bills to get backed up.
I think my mom fell into her depression because both my sister and I were out of the house with work and school, and she had no one there. At 17 I imagine you're a senior, and as you say, planned on moving out. Not that moms don't want their kids to leave, but without a husband or companionship there, can bring them down, and cause poor performance or other habits/squandering. Just talk it out, and definitely make it a point to tell her you want paid back.
Once you cool down, maybe talk with your mom. See why she didn't just ask, if she's embarassed about the situation, or feels threatened? Maybe she was going to lose both houses? Debt collectors and money situtatuins turn nasty really quickly. Hell, see if she's depressed, or been squandering money. Again, no attack on your mom or her character. But maybe something's distracting her and is allowing bills to get backed up.
I think my mom fell into her depression because both my sister and I were out of the house with work and school, and she had no one there. At 17 I imagine you're a senior, and as you say, planned on moving out. Not that moms don't want their kids to leave, but without a husband or companionship there, can bring them down, and cause poor performance or other habits/squandering. Just talk it out, and definitely make it a point to tell her you want paid back.
