Time to Move Out?
So, I was talking to some of my friends this week and all of them asked if I wanted to get an apartment with them. While the idea sounds great, I’m not too sure about it. I wouldn’t mind leaving the house, as I am 19 and will be 20 in a few more months, I think its time to leave the nest. I’m just afraid of going on my own though
I’m listing the pros and cons of taking that step and there sure are a lot. One of the cons would be leaving my mother alone. She’s on disability since she had a stroke back in 99-2000, and I don’t want her to be by herself since we have no other close family down here. The pros would be of me finally getting out on my own (although with friends) and not having my mother on my back 24/7, even though that’s not really a big deal.
I just don’t know what to do…
Hmm, this post seems really random, but I really have nothing more to blog about. Hopefully next time my post can be a little more meaningful and enjoyable. *sigh*
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Vera | December 30th, 2007 at 4:44 am #
Can’t you get help from the social services. I’m not entirely sure about other countries, but here you can get someone to look after you for a minimum wage (provided by the state).
I’m feeling the same way, though my situation is more my mom feeling terrified that I’m all grown =P My reasoning up until now was the lack of income, wouldn’t want to impose on my parents.
I guess it’s easier with a friend, but yeah it’s rather scary on your own.
Good luck with your decision.
B. Good | January 3rd, 2008 at 9:57 am #
Well, how far would you be moving from your mom? Maybe you can split the difference. Move out, but still be close enough to be there for her if/when she needs you.
But ya know, moving out ain’t always what its cracked up to be. Its expensive, and its that much harder to move back home once you get a taste of “freedom”, if you will.
I will say that there’s nothing like living on your own. For me, its worth it.