Cranky Old Woman

I'm up at 6 AM taking care of my puppy. I have been somewhat sleep deprived, getting only a few hours of sleep unitl I have to take her outside. She isn't doing well with house training and my parents blame me for that. I'm doing my best, but it's kind of hard to see Mischa leaving me a surprise when I'm passed out. Now my mother is whispering, "fuck it," under her breath and putting away dishes...at 6 AM.

I'm not sure as to why she is so mad. She's told me why she is frustrated in little spouts, however, it's usually at my expense. I don't know what I do to her. She's never been fond of Mike, from the start she thought he was shady and too old for her pristine daughter. He is 22 and I was 17. I have constantly been on the defensive with my mother when she mentions Mike. She doesn't have to like him, but she could at least show some respect towards my feelings as a young adult.

Now that I am 18, my friends tell me I should do what I want, and I plan to, but it's hard being stuck at home. I can't wait to start working and get out of this house. It's toxic to me now and no good can come from staying here any longer. All I need is the money, and I'll out of my parents way in no time.