I just can't help but feel sad

CosmetologyMommy wrote: Most of you know I do not get along with my mom. But I thought she would do something special for my cosmetology graduation, like maybe invite me over for a favorite dinner or a card of something. When I called her to tell her I was done she just said, "Good. Now start looking for a job." Not I am proud, not anything. I am the ONLY one in my family so far to have gone to school beyond high school. It just hurts that she really did not acknowledge it.

kayla's mama replied:

Sorry she's being that way

Congrats, btw.

~Roo'sMama~ replied: I'm sorry.

PrairieMom replied: That sucks that you didn't get more support from her. At least you have the personal satisfaction of knowing that YOU are the one that made it!

1lilpeanut2love replied: Sorry to hear that. I hope things get better for you. Congrats on the graduation!! It is just so hard to change people sometimes and to get through to them.

mysweetpeasWil&Wes replied: Well CONGRATS on graduating! That's awesome! But I'm sorry about your mom's horrible behavior.

jcc64 replied: Congratulations on your graduation! I'm sorry to hear your mom's not being supportive- is it possible she's threatened by your success? In any event, no one, not even a mother, can take away the satisfaction of a job well done after much hard work. That will always belong to you!

mckayleesmom replied: Shame on her. Can it be possible that she is jealous??

CosmetologyMommy replied:
I think she might be. In my opinion, she is acting like a very immature 41 year old!

MamaJAM replied: I'm so sorry she didn't show any appreciation for the work you've done.

C&K*s Mommie replied: to each and everyone of the posts above. CONGRATS on your success and hard work.

CAMSMOM1 replied: Shannan, I remember your last post about your Mom. And how things have changed in your relationship. And how she down talks you, and isn't supportive. Because she feels you get pregnant to young. (am I remembering this correctly?)

Did you ever talk to her about this? I really feel there's more going on with her, than she is telling you. I really think you should talk to her, and figure this out. That isn't a normal reaction from a Mom, KWIM? I definetly think somethings up with her, and it's time you guys start down and got real with each other.

I'm sorry she wasn't supportive. I know we want our parents to be proud of our accomplishments. But just know that you succeeding and you are on the right track. And know that we support you & are VERY proud of you sweetie!

Keep your head up and don't let her spoil your moment. You did a great job, and be proud of what you accomplished.

kimberley replied: i'm so sorry hon. i have an estranged relationship with my mom too and every time i tell myself i accept her for who she is, the little girl in me gets disappointed at her indifference. be proud of yourself and now us cyber moms are proud of you too!!!

Jecka replied: Congratulations on your graduation! I'm sorry about your relationship with your mom. Mine has been rocky with my mom for years, just when we have an "up" moment, it goes back down. Be proud of YOURSELF though, you know how hard you've had to work for it!

mummy2girls replied: Congrats on your success! Your mom probably feels a little threatned by the sound of it... i know its easier said than done but just ignore her attitude and just know you did great!

(((HUGS)))