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I will definitely look into that, thank very much. And honestly Im hoping I can plead with my mother to let my grandmother recieve custody of me which would be amazing yet I highly doubt it. And no his interest goes as far as the child support he rarely pays. Yet, if it came down to it, he would help if I asked.
Another option might be to contact the local Department of Child Welfare/Human Services (its called different things in different states). There are states that allow a teenager to request to be placed outside of their home when there is either abuse, neglect, or long-term serious family conflict. Since you have a family member who will let you live with them, this might be an option. This would not be the same as emancipation, but it could be an alternative path if emancipation isn't going to be possible for whatever reason.
Yes my stepfather and I get along great though he'd never stand up for me because he is scared of what my mom would do. Im positive she will try to stop me and Ill deal with that as best as I can. As far as working and school, Ive handled more so Im very confident in myself and will definitely stay motivated. My plans for the future is what keeps me going.
Find out the laws for your states age of consent. If you are not considered an adult until you are 18, you either need to get legally emancipated or consent by your mom (and I would have her sign papers) to live with your grandmother. I really admire that someone your age is taking on so much responsibility, yet is trying to finish high school and go on to college. I wish you luck!
If you are able to get out, do it. You sound like you have a good head on your shoulders and you are motivated to create a better life for yourself. If it turns out you have no choice than to stay with your mother until you are 18, then make the best of it and realize that it's only a year and after that you have the rest of your life to live life on your terms. I know a year sounds like a long time, but I promise you it will go by before you know it. I don't even know you and I'm very proud of you! Above all, finish high school and don't let yourself get sidetracked when it comes to college. That is your path to the life you want, which you already know.
So, if you move out who is going to take care of the animals. Or don't you even care?
20yrsinBranson
Who cares about the damn animals when we have a person who is getting mental, emotionally and possibly physically abused? Op, I was in the same spot, get out while you can. I moved in with my grandma as well and it was the BEST thing I had ever done. I actually felt LOVED for once in my life. She passed away 8 years later unfortunately, but she did get to see me graduate college and I could not have done it without her. For me, she WAS my mother, she encouraged me and gave me advice, something that my own mother was not able to do since her method of giving advice was yelling, cursing and hitting me. Just do what's best for you and get out while you can.
Thank you. Its nice to hear someone say theyre proud of you when they dont even know you. If it does turn out I have to wait until Im 18, i guess Ill have to just grit my teeth and focus on school.
And @Blackscorpion, Its nice that you understand. Not many do. And like you, my grandmother has always been my true mother. But she was taken away from me when I turned 13 an tried to get away from my mom then, thats when my mom hit her and banned me from seeing her. I love my mother to death. But I do not like who she has become. In my opinion, a parent shouldn't constantly yell, curse, and hit their child to get a point across, but my mom is just one of many. And I dont know how many years my Grandmother has left, but you better be sure Im gonna spend and cherish each moment. Shes already missed 4 years. But im doing my best to make it up to her.
Once you get emancipated as an adult you will not/nor should you be concerned about having your mother "let" you go live with your grandmother or anyone else, she will no longer have any rights to any decisions regarding your life.
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So, if you move out who is going to take care of the animals. Or don't you even care?
20yrsinBranson
Are you kidding me? The animals are not a priority in this case. The OP needs to remove theirself from this situation by any way possible.
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kidding me? The animals are not a priority in this case. The OP needs to remove theirself from this situation by any way possible.
