December 6, 2001
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Mama's Boy
I'll be one of the first to proudly admit that, yes, I am a mama's boy. Being a parent must be so damn hard (props to Sass and Keith) but being a single parent must be a nightmare. My mom raised Mat and I since I was 7 years old. When you're older, you look back and realize just how much your parents sacrifice. My little Chinese mom held two jobs, cooked, cleaned, handled the bills, dealt with legal matters, financed a home and a car and raised two Western thinking boys all by herself. She had a social life of a rock, all that mattered to her was my brother and I. God that must be so hard. I look at my social life now, my priorities and ambitions giving all that up will be so hard. I guess that just shows us what the power of love can do. My mom put up with all of our shit, never stopped caring, never stopped giving. If she gave up anywhere along the way, I nor my brother would not be the people we are today.
Do girls fear mama's boys? I get mixed reactions when the subject is talked about. I don't know why girls would have to worry at all though, if anything they should be thrilled. Boy's like us know how to respect a woman. How many guys do you know open the door for women? Let them walk out of a room or elevator first? Patiently wait for a date? I am also told that we know how to treat women better, take care of them. Although I believe this, I'm sure others will have something nasty to say.
Well, I'm posting this because my mom is finally going to come to SH to visit me. I really miss her, and her 10 days here will bring yet another familliar face to my eyes. I miss everyone back home so much (that's why I'm always on the net) and being able to see family like my mom, dad and friends like Paul really go a long way. I'm thankful for this Internet technology, but a nice handshake or hug really warms your heart. I feel like such a pansy for getting all sentimental but I have good reason to, I think. 1. Christmas and New Years is fast approaching, and this will be the first year ever I've done so away from home. 2. My birthday will be away from the people I want to spend it with most.
On a brighter note, my last teaching class ended. It was a mixture of relief and sadness but I was touched when a couple of them approached me with a gift. I told them I liked staying up late at night and they got me a puzzle for if I ever got bored in the middle of the night. It was a picture of Vince Carter dunking. So thoughtful.
I miss you guys.
Comments (7)
You pussy.
jokes. they say that women can gauge the way a man will treat his wife by the way he treats his mom. (there's a good joke in there somewhere but i won't go there)
missin you lots too si. things just aren't the same...i mean, they are, but it always feels like something's missing. marv's just not good enough for me. (yes i know you're reading this marv...sucka!)
don't worry man, we're celebrating your birthday for you...hahaha
What a sweet entry Simon. =)
And as for mama's boys, it's great that a guy respects and loves his mother and knows how to be a gentleman - but it's so not cool if a guy seems to adore his mother more than his girl. Catch my drift?
it takes a real man to realize how much our mothers have sacrificed for us and not be afraid to express his appreciation and love towards her ~ there's enough cynicism out there in the world - a little bit of honest heartfelt affection is a great thing.
thanks for the reading recommendation. i'll check it out.
i think maybe momma's boys and eldest daughters are a good pairing?
yes chynagyrl, drift is caught... it's a different kind of adoration.
there's nothing wrong with being a respectful guy who loves his mom. but there's a difference between being a mama's boy and someone who let's their mother control his life (aka mama's doormat). it's the latter that girls 'fear'.
Very impressive.
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