I was taken aback. "Uh, thanks, mom. But I'm good. I had lunch already." I tried to brush it off.
I felt like I was going to lose it. "Mom, stop! I'm 25 years old. I can take care of myself. You don't have to feed me like a baby anymore." My Gym Mommy Treats Me Like A Kid-
I looked at her and said, "Mom, I think I'm old enough to take care of my own sleep routine. Can I please just have a normal glass of water?" I was taken aback
She looked at me, and for a moment, I saw a glimmer of understanding. "I'm sorry, sweetie. I just want what's best for you. I guess I haven't realized how much I've been treating you like a kid." I had lunch already
I took a deep breath and tried to explain. "Mom, I appreciate it. But sometimes I feel like you're treating me like a kid. I'm 25 years old. I can make my own decisions about my health and wellness. Can we find a balance here?"
We had a good talk, and I think we're starting to find that balance. She's still my Gym Mommy, and I love her for it. But I'm glad we're working on me becoming a healthier, more independent adult - in her eyes, at least.