I am just posting to ask others what they think about our situation.
What with housing being so expensive, I really do not think it is a good idea for my children to leave. so they are all still living with me, ages 25, 28, 30, 33,
In fact the dd30 has moved back in with her husband and two children as it is so hard for them to get a mortgage on teachers' salaries.
Some of my colleagues and neighbours think I am mad for doing this, but I don't see why they should leave, after all, I got them all through university and helped them get jobs, and they still need my help!
for example my 81 year old husband often gives the 33 year old a lift to work as he does not like getting the bus. I feel this is our duty as parents.
The oldest one wanted to give up his job and go and do a ski season but I feel that this kind of thing is a waste of time and he should stay here. After all he is using his degree in his job!
Also I still do their clothes washing as I could face the mess they might leave, still tidy their rooms, and my husband makes sure there is a dinner on the table for them every evening.
I think I am a great parent! Why do my neighbours and colleagues make such silly comments about our lifestyle?