Quote Originally Posted by Alan H View Post
You can't choose your family...

but you CAN choose your boss....and your landlord. I would suggest considering making some significant changes along those lines ASAP.

Maintain lots of contact with your mom...absolutely. I mean, she's your MOM, right? But it sounds to me like there's a LOT more going on here than just "kilts" and maybe it's time to strike a blow for independence by 1. getting another job, and 2. finding another place to live.

And whatever you do, don't accept money from her for a down-payment. Earn it yourself, you and your wife.
Its really too bad how your mom feels, I totally agree with Alan H. As far as how my folks feel about the kilt..My dad has requested I make him one. I have definitely been lucky, they have always been supportive free thinkers.
At one point in my life I converted and lived in a school bus, I was a conversation piece, 'did you hear what my darn son is doing now?' Best of luck with your situation. I'm sure if you show the same independence in other areas as you do with the kilt it will work out.