Does anyone elses parents annoy them?

May 3, 2009 4:14pm CST
Recently after my mum and dad split up and my dad left my mum is always making me do most of the housework. i clean the house every week, i do the cooking, washing etc. and my mum still has a go at me because apparently i dont do enough to help around the house even though she does nothing. It annoys me as it means i dont have time to do the things i want to such as go out with friends, or even do my school work. She will generally shout at me even if i have done the work and then it will get me frustrated and all worked up. Then my dad doesnt even want to know i exist, he's never in the country anymore and even when he is i hardly ever talk or see him... i really dont know what to do.. what do you suggest?
7 responses
• United States
4 May 09
They are just doing what they know how to do and taking out there own frustration on you. Even though you do everything, they need to find something to yell at you about so that they can feel better about themselves. Even though everything could be grand they need to find flaws.
4 May 09
yeeeh that's true... thanks..
• Philippines
4 May 09
I guess so just have to explain your feelings or thoughts about this to your mom. Let her understand how you feel about this. If you cannot do everything for the house, then let her know and probably she would understand that you cannot do it alone. She has to help you. You can still do the things that you want to do by proper time management. If you can finish the chores efficiently, I guess that would allow you to have some leisure time. I hope this helps you. Thanks
4 May 09
Thanks :)... yeh i should really talk to her about it, and yes i should probably try and manage my time better...
• United States
3 May 09
I understand what you are going through. I am on my own now, but there were times when my parents would make me just want to leave. The only thing I can say to you is do what is asked of you. Your mother isn't doing any of the housework and that sucks but she might just be stressed out over your dad leaving. She doesn't know where to place her anger right now. That will pass. Your dad left for whatever reason and he needed to get away from the situation. You can find another adult in your family to talk about and feel a little better about the situation. Right now, nobody is hearing you about how you feel and that can have an effect on you but try your best to not let that happen. You only have one mother and father and eventually all this will pass. For now, focus on your grades in school and just do what your mother wants you to do. Personally, I would give anything to be back with my parents but things happen for a reason...so I say talk to a teacher or another adult that you trust and things can get better...
4 May 09
Thanks for this. i am doing the best i can in school at the moment so i just hope i do well, and as for doing what my mum says, i will try my hardest...
• United States
3 May 09
It is a parent's right to annoy their kids. lol!!! no seriously, just think about what your mom is going through. i am sure that she doesn't mean to be taking things out on you. why don't you try and talk to her about how you are feeling and maybe you can come to some kind of understanding. I am sorry about your dad leaving, but there too, you don't know his reasons. I am sure it has nothing to do with you. unfortunately a lot of times kids are the victims when their parents relationship goes bust. it stinks and it isn't fair. maybe in time things will get better.
4 May 09
Thanks, yeh i think i will try and talk to her about it sometime soon :) and hopefully things will get better
• United States
4 May 09
If they can bring you in this world,.. they can take you out. :P
4 May 09
haha :L
• United States
4 May 09
I'm really sorry that's happening to you. Right now I'm sure you're mom is feeling a lot, and she doesn't seem to be doing a good job of dealing with it. My advice to you would probably be to talk to her. Try not to come off attacking, and just find a way to gently approach the subject. I know its not really fair that you have to be all super considerate when your mom isn't, but that's probably the best way to get anything resolved.
4 May 09
Thanks for the advice, i will try and talk to her soon about it :)
@cq1987 (18)
4 May 09
I think there is a possibility this could be a control/power issue. Your mum has recently had a situation that she may of felt that she was once in control of that she lost control of when your dad left as there was nothing she could do about it. Maybe she feels that by commanding you to do these tasks she is in control. or it could just be that she is very depressed and upset by your dad leaving and doesn't feel she has the energy to do these tasks? Either way the fact she is making you do this and you dont even have time to study is ridiculous. It may be a good idea to write her a letter letting her know that you will support her through this difficult time as much as possible but she has to be fair and compromise and certinly allow you some of your time back. Is there any other family member you could discuss this with wh may help you speak to her about it? I hope you manage to resolve this. Best of luck.