Am I a "CHILD" or an "ADULT"?

The most common question that youngsters ask themselves: “Am I a CHILD or an ADULT?” Have I grown up? Am I mature enough to make my own decisions?

Well, everyone wants to grow up early and get the tag of an adult. There is a lot to the word ADULT.

In college, I am the boss of myself. I make my own decisions. I feel myself to be an ADULT.

But at home, I am still a CHILD.

There are three characters in the story: Granny, Mother, and a Son.

The day when the Son was going by train to his college, Mother started delivering the usual dialogues.

“Son, take care of yourself. Have you packed all things?” (10 times). “Have you kept Vibhuti on your forehead (Saibaba tilak)?” (If it is already put by her, she will put it again). Mind you, the Son is not traveling for the first time; he has traveled several times to many places alone. Still, Mom is scared and makes sure everything is alright at every stage of the journey. Son receives calls after every hour asking about where and how he is now. This is what is called “Mother’s love and affection”. Sometimes I feel, why does she treat me like this? Have I not grown up? Can’t I take care of myself? Sometimes I even get annoyed and get into an argument with my Mom.

So the question now is: till when are we treated like this?

The answer is FOREVER (Even if you have kids :D)

I experienced this when my Granny was treating my MOM the same way. (I was enjoying the moment.)

My Mom was not feeling well. She fell down and injured her finger (minor injury). The moment my Granny heard the news, she panicked in worry. She started treating her like a small kid who injured herself while playing in the school. There were other instances when my Mom was traveling alone, and the story repeated.

This shows how Moms are always Moms. It doesn’t matter if you are 16 or 60.

But the truth is, I like it, and I am sure many like it too. It shows someone really cares for you. If I have to be a child for this, then it is worth it. So, do you like being treated as a Child or an Adult?