In my hunt for something new to read, i discovered your story. Man the mother was a piece of work. By the commentary, your mother was horrendous too. I’m sorry you experienced this and for the loss of your father. She doesn’t deserve the family she birthed. I’m glad you found freedom. I have a highly critical mother too but nothing like this. At times I have to force myself to not respond to when she’s on her high horse again. If it isn’t being critical, she’s guilt tripping me. I see through it now however.