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To have told my Mum to piss off

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mmsmum · 11/03/2011 21:26

My Mum is the biggest bitch out there, really she takes some beating

She is always making catty comments and snide remarks but she has gone too far this time

She has just told me my life is a mess. She said I have no job, no home, I have nothing. She suggested I move to 'where work is' (where ever the hell she thinks that might be) and says I've done nothing about looking for a job. She knows that I've been looking since August, she knows I have no childcare before or after school and she won't help so my hours are limited. She also knows I saw someone about doing a professional CV the other week so I asked her why she thought I did that if I wasn't looking for work and said 'you were probably bored' at this point I told her to piss off and hung up

I never give myself a break, I never let up on myself, I spend all my time caring for DC, for the dog, the house and I study pt. I spend hours every week trawling the web for jobs, then I call possibilities to find out exact hours and if there is anything (usually there isn't) I'll apply for it.

I'm about to come into some money and I think this is her problem. I lost the income I was getting from the csa last year and have struggled since and my Mum has been helping me out here and there, usually with food shopping and small bills like bt every few months. She knows I cannot get a mortgage and would need to spend every penny if I am going to buy a house outright but she seems to want me to give her her money back first and then wash her hands of me

Tonight was totally unprovoked, I had called her earlier in the week to ask if she would take me or lend me money for petrol so I could go see houses and this is when it came out that 'I can't buy a house' because I won't have enough left after giving her money. I said I needed to find somewhere for me and dc to live, if I rent my money will just be drained away into the pockets of someone else and I won't have anything to show for it and DC won't have any security, she also knows I'd have trouble renting with the dog. She also accused me of not looking at houses, which is ridiculous because I've discussed my searching with her loads of times, she knows I'm online looking everyday

Why is she such a bitch? I really hate that she genuinely seems to think my life is a mess, that I have nothing and am not trying to do anything with my life. I don't and never have spent my days sitting about doing nothing, being bored. This is something I expect from a total bitch, not from my Mum, or anyone's Mum

I had called her about something completely different tonight and she brought this up. It seems like she is determined to fall out and drive me away, I've never thought she liked me and I've always thought that she should never have had children. I could never ever say the things to my DD that she says to me, I could never even think anything like the stuff she says

She knows that that I am depending on her for a few things financially next week (one of the things is DD's school trip) but this is beyond her usual moaning, which is bad enough at times. What kind of Mum tells their DD her life is a mess? I don't know what to do, I get more understanding from my dog, I was stressed out enough without that conversation

I really need a friend right now but don't have anyone I can call. Argh! I do try, I know I struggle with stress and anxiety, something I don't think she has ever noticed but I was trying so hard to be positive and look to the future, I'd even compiled a new cv and just signed up for a Summer ou course, I'd even joined a weight loss group today but now I feel like crying but I'm not giving her the satisfaction! I would love, love, love to work, even people on fb know that! I am so bloody lonely on my own all the time I am desperate to get out and do something.

Can someone please tell me what the hell is wrong with my Mum? Does she believe the stuff she is saying? I'd really like never to speak to her again but I can't let DD down next week

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AgentZigzag · 11/03/2011 22:21

I meant it in a nice way OP.

You have an idea in your head of what you want from your mum, unconditional love/care/support, and when your mum doesn't or can't give you those things, it can be crushing.

The fact that she's never noticed you have anxiety problems just speaks volumes.

Just because she's lent you money gives her any rights over you at all, or your money.

If she knew your circumstances, when you'd pay her back, and lent it to you willingly, then it's up to you what you do with your life.

Of course you should pay her back as soon as possible, and probably shouldn't borrow any more if you can help it, but it's not a contract with the devil.

SlainteBooyFeckingHoo · 11/03/2011 22:21

"Slainte is it not weird not to want to spend time with your grandchild? "

wanting to spend time with your grandchildren is completely different to feeling as though you have to look after them!!

mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:24

Bluddy I gave the reason for only being able to work while DD is at school and my Mum knows this as I told her about it at the time

Slainte I did not use that as an excuse! How is it an excuse? I was trying to explain

She is too old for nurseries, I got the childminding list from the council and called round a few times, they all have waiting lists like after school care and a few have my number if anything changes, most wouldn't take it as they know they are fully booked. That my Mum won't help is not my excuse! And of course it is awful to accuse me of thinking I am entitled, it is insulting

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SlainteBooyFeckingHoo · 11/03/2011 22:25

frebreeze it sounds liek this grandmotehr has given alot already and isn't getting any sign of when she is going to get any of her money back. maybe she is sick of giving.

mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:25

Slainte I won't say it again because you clearly aren't listening, my Mum has never, never been asked to look after my DD. I have never asked because I know she will say no, and that no would come with a lecture most likely. She never has and never will look after DD and I have lost count how many times I said that!

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huddspur · 11/03/2011 22:25

To be honest you do seem to have a very casual attitude to paying back the money that your mum has lent you and I see why that may irritate her.

SlainteBooyFeckingHoo · 11/03/2011 22:27

it is an excuse. i do not believe that you cannot find a childcare space in your local area. i do not believe that at all.and yes, you are absoloutely brimming with your sense of entitlement. I'm out. you don't get it. i doubt this thread will help you to.

mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:27

Slainte what do you mean she sin't getting any sign of when she is getting the money back? I am starting to think you are arguing with me just for the sake of it. Can you go back to page 1 and read again all the way through. She knows that I can money as soon as I move and she knows that after finding somewhere to live I am clearing my debts

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mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:28

Slainte you are an idiot if you don't believe what I have said. goodbye

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WipsGlitter · 11/03/2011 22:28

My mum does voluntary work in a charity shop. It's during the day and only for a few hours. She loves it!! What sort of a job are you looking for?

You don't have to go into details, but you are not going to be able to buy or rent a house unless you can show you have the Monet to pay for it.

It would be nice if mums acted the way we think they should, but sometimes they're just not that way. If you mum has always been like this it's not likely she us going to change now.

mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:29

Hudd I am not casual about anything! I am really struggling to cope, not just financially, but emotionally. Casual is that thing I am or have been for months

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SlainteBooyFeckingHoo · 11/03/2011 22:29

now now, mmsmum namecalling will not win favour here.

freebreeze · 11/03/2011 22:31

Yes it took me a year to get a job but I probably wasn't trying as hard as you are. Hope it's quicker for you but don't loose heart if it's tough for you for a while. I was starting to give up when my job came along. It seems loads of people are going for the same job. I strongly advice lowering you aspirations a bit and taking a lesser position than perhaps you're used to. The money may not be great but it's a foot in the door, experience and out of the house. All the best x

mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:31

Wips I will do anything so long as I can get DD to school and be home when she gets home (she walks which takes an extra 20 minutes) I have applied for cleaning through to admin. and tailored my cv to try to suit each. I have pretty much discounted renting for the reasons you said and more, but I will on the day I move have the money in the bank to transfer to buy somewhere, my solicitor has said it is possible and at worst there would be one night in a hotel. Thanks for your support

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BluddyMoFo · 11/03/2011 22:34

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atiat · 11/03/2011 22:34

I am sorry to say that, but your mum was helping you a lot, she give you money, look after you dc, even if somethimes but she still do it, thats not her job, to look after your child is your responsability, be happy that your mum does it sometimes, i dont have someone to look after my dc, or give me any help, i try to dort out myself, if someone turn me down i dont have to dislike him, or force him to do it, as this is my responsability, once you have your child and start your life, dont relie on your mum, she want her money back, thats her right, dont ask or wait for more from her,
i know this will be hard for you and you will not like it, but thats the trut.

mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:35

Freebreeze I honestly thought back in August that I would have had a job by Christmas! I was very naive. It's got worse since then, there are fewer and fewer results coming up on job sites.

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ENormaSnob · 11/03/2011 22:35

I would imagine she is resentful of having to keep lending you money.

Childminder and out of school clubs provide before and after school care.

mmsmum · 11/03/2011 22:35

Bluddy how is it fussy? Are you serious? What should I do with DD then, pretend she doesn't exist?

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atiat · 11/03/2011 22:37

your dd is not her responsability, you have to understand that, is yours.

ENormaSnob · 11/03/2011 22:37

How old are your dc?

fivegomadinthelambingshed · 11/03/2011 22:38

Call me naive, but how are you going to be able to but a house if you only get the money the day that you move, what about deposits, solicitors fees etc?

And if you have read some of the posts on here, your mother is a mild mannered pussycat and not a bitch.

ENormaSnob · 11/03/2011 22:38

As said throughout the thread, use childcare.

You know, like most others do Hmm

freebreeze · 11/03/2011 22:38

You're not being fussy. Clearly not if you've applied for all those different jobs! Keep on keeping on x

CaptainKirksNipples · 11/03/2011 22:39

How old is dc? Are you doing any volunteer work or study just now?

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