Like the old sayings when they are teenagers they think parents are old fashioned and just plain mean, we just don't get it and don't know what's going on. Then when they reach 21, they know more than parents. Turning thirty they are finding out just how hard times can be financially and just living in this world. Neither of mine are 40 yet, still in their 30's, so I don't know what the 40's will bring. However, now they both ask for advice, and I haven't heard them admit yet, but I feel like they don't think we are as dumb as they thought. Now they are fun to talk to and visit with.
Hang in ther mom, life will get better I promise.