Mother...

Dear Mom,

What is it? Do you not trust me when it comes to guys? I know I'm your oldest daughter and all, but have some faith. It's not like I was going to get raped during the movies or something.

But nooo, you still wouldn't let me go. And all because you're so old fashioned. Must you meet every guy that I go to the movies with? Even though I hardly ever go to the movies, because you won't let me.

The fact is, it hurts me when you say no. Your protection isn't really protection, its more of a painful reminder of what you won't let me do.

So Mom, just let go. I don't need as much protection as you think I do. I can do anything.

Now if only I could tell you that to your face....