BUG-A-MOMMY

Q: I am a 23-year-old living with just my mom. I am basically the man of the house. Sometimes, I want to go out and have fun with my friends, but every time 1:00 AM comes around, my mom begins calling and nagging me to come home. I have no idea how to make her understand that I am no longer a kid and can take care of myself and make my own decisions. What should I do?

A:You and your mom are the only ones in the household. She is overprotective of you because she loves you. Try calling your mother before she calls you and tell her that you will be running late. Keep her informed of what your plans are. The more your mom knows of what you are doing, who you are with, and what time you will be coming home, the calmer your mother will be. Talk with your mom; it will ease the situation.

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