I love her, but Dorothy Was Misguided

Exciting news!

I just paid a security deposit on My Very Own Apartment!

I'm scheduled to move in approximately one month.

But that's not what I'm talking about today. What I'm talking about today, is the list of reasons my mom suggested I not move out. Below are her worries and my teen-angsty responses.

(Side note: I believe I will be far less teen-angsty when I don't LIVE with my PARENTS anymore. They're harshing my buzz.)

What if they don't have smoke detectors?
They do, I asked.

What if they have bugs????
They don't, I asked.

What if someone jumps over the wall and breaks into your apartment?
I'll be sad they stole my stuff. 

You won't be able to save money.
Yes, I will...In TN, I made $800/month, and paid $400 in rent. I'll be OK.

Dad said it's small.
Thanks Dad. It's a one bedroom apartment. It's fine.

You won't have room for your stuff.
I have no stuff.

What if there are shady characters in the neighborhood
I'll pop a cap up in 'em.

There might be too much sun in your room.
Good, I'll have a reason to get up in the morning. 

What if it gets too hot?
I'll get a fan. 

What if it gets too cold?
Now you're just searching for things to worry about.

You'll have to buy furniture.
This worry negates the worry in item 8. Can't have it both ways, Ma. And yes, I will. 

You'll have to clean up after yourself.
Who do you think you raised?

You'll have to remember to lock your doors.
Duh.

Stay tuned for additional "Ridiculous Reasons to Never Leave Home", by Julie P., as I'm sure there will be more. (Especially if it involves bugs.)

Signed,

87 years old, and Living in my Parents Basement