Adult Matters

I'm deeply frustrated. I'm overwhelmed with irony.

Ever since I was young and mischevious, my parents hoped I would grow out of my immaturity into a fine young man. Ironically, they still treat me like a kid.

There were some decisions made (decisions which I hesitate to share due to family privacy) totally without my consent. The whole point is: these decisions concern my full resposibility and future, and yet, I had to hear it indirectly from other sources.

I do accept the fact that these decisions were made in my best interests; but it would be quite nice if they'd share and discussed before laying down the responsibilities like *wham* right in front of me, AND expect me to fulfil it as part of my duty as a son. Of course as a matter of principle, of course I'll try my best.

Oh the irony: I'm an adult hence I need to fulfil these responsibilities; but as an adult my opinions and views were totally taken for granted. On what grounds to they declare these? *whips out the almighty ultimate authority passport* "Because we are your parents and it is your duty to fulfil these responsibilities as a son - plus its all for your own benefit..."

I'm sick of all these bullshit. I don't care whether it concerns me or not: whether its buying a car or installing a new carpet - its not a matter of how big the problem is or the hierarchy of the family tree; its the principle of being decent and mutual respect by being considerate which really counts. This is most unacceptable.

Guess what, instead I got told off for getting pressured for these responsibilities... As if its my hobby to feel pressured. There's simply no room for communication anymore - and they wonder why I don't call home. I'm really ticked off by this traditional "I talk; you listen" ideology, its not working anymore.

Someone once told me: "societies change and evolve; if we don't follow suit, we will be stagnant and eventually be rejected." This advice, I kindly return as a favour.