mama un-drama, yet drama.

To preface this discussion, on March 24th I had an ACL repair surgery. Making me absolutely dependent for about a week or so. My mother arrived the weekend before to take care of me...and isn't leaving until April 7th.

I guess the status quo for my mother and I is usually...fighting. Yes, because I try to eat carbs in front of people, or it's clear that I haven't been working out, not to mention when we talk about Ann Coulter. HOW can the woman who spawned me actually LIKE Ann Coulter???? UGHHH... Well, I digress...

Since she has been here, she has said nothing when I requested white cheddar popcorn puffs as a snack choice. We are going to an italian restaurant for dinner, so that I can get pizza tonight. And last but not least, she has called me skinny for the past 2 weeks (I have lost some weight, but I haven't really tried too hard). I want to shake her and ask this alien, "What have you done with my mother!!??" At this moment in time, I am in awe

But there is one thing that we have not conquered. That is personal space. I like my personal space, it comforts me. Especially when I am in my one bedroom apartment, it is harder to come by when there is a guest. But that usually only lasts a weekend, and I move on and get over it. But TWO whole weeks of absolutely no privacy. It's driving me bonkers.

Problem #1: She sleeps in my bed with me. This is because I can't bare to have her sleeping on the couch or the air mattress. But I'll be damned if I pick either of those options either. So it's just the two of us, in my queen, all comfy cozy.

Problem #2: She doesn't know the area. Hasn't been venturing out much, since she doesn't know her way around or how to use the GPS. My problem is that I can't drive.

Problem #3: We have different TV tastes. She hates reality shows and Chelsea Lately. I don't know what else is out there. But at least she is getting used to One Tree Hill and Gossip Girl. I do appreciate that she is asking questions to understand better.

Problem #4: I don't think we've spent this much quality time since I was in elementary school. A bit has changed since then, like the fact that I enjoy my independence. I mean really, 24 hrs a day...can't get away from one another. I am sure she is going crazy too!

Problem #5: All I have wanted is pizza to eat this week. She continues to tell me no. I do not understand this considering that I am 22 years old. I will not be satisfied until I get it. She mentioned that we should go out to dinner tonight. Good thing I picked an italian place, PROBLEM SOLVED.

But don't get me wrong. I love my Mama very much. But it is VERY true... Distance makes the heart grow fonder. Four more days....I'm not counting or anything. :)