In a message dated 4/15/02 10:50:07 PM, [log in to unmask] writes:

<<  and when you
are only in your twenties, you still seem like a child to them no
matter how you feel to yourself. >>

But when you are almost 60, mightn't your 83 year old Mom
respect your choices? I don't eat there but I am very moved
by the rest of your post, especially the end. Excellent and
needed advice - and I thank you - Frances