Family
"My Son is Under Her Thumb: I Fear I've Failed in Raising Him Right"

“My Son is Under Her Thumb: I Fear I’ve Failed in Raising Him Right”

On the day my son Brian married Ruby, I had only known her for a couple of weeks. To be honest, I wasn’t too fond of her. Her bold makeup, the dress, and obviously enhanced lips all hinted at a lifestyle I wasn’t comfortable with. I met her parents briefly outside the courthouse just before the ceremony. My husband and I had just moved to the city

Family Dynamics
Under the Unyielding Gaze: My Mother's Control Knows No Bounds

Under the Unyielding Gaze: My Mother’s Control Knows No Bounds

From childhood through adulthood, Grayson has lived under the omnipresent control of his mother, Mary. Despite moving out and establishing his own life, Mary’s influence and interference have not waned. With a spare key to his apartment, her unexpected visits have become a source of tension. When Grayson finally confronts her, Mary’s response only deepens the rift between them.