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Tag: controlling parents

Two Pleasing Updates

May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 ~ JenniferP ~ 22 Comments

Who wants good news today? Letter Writer #762 and Letter Writer #1194 both have good news about making happy lives away from controlling and homophobic parents. Hi Captain!  Five years ago, I wrote in and became LW 762. I thought I'd give an update. Trigger warning: my mum makes repeated threats of suicide/self harm. Eventually, … Continue reading Two Pleasing Updates

#591: How do I tell my nosy mom about my ummfriend?

June 18, 2014June 18, 2014 ~ JenniferP ~ 214 Comments

Dear Captain Awkward, I have a slightly complicated situation that I don't know how to talk (or better yet, avoid talking) about with my parents. Recently, I’ve met a guy and had a couple dates with him. We hit it off and would like to continue seeing each other. Fortunately, he has his own place; … Continue reading #591: How do I tell my nosy mom about my ummfriend?

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