My mom sometimes makes me feel guilty, or nags me about my habits, but overall, I always just keep in mind that she is my mom, and that's what moms are supposed to do! My mom has told me stories before of how she used to be with her mom. She has told me how she sometimes dreaded answering the phone (and even sometimes wouldn't answer) when my gramma would call her to talk, because she was too busy at the time, and didn't want to get stuck on the line talking with her. My gramma died before I was born and my mom has told me how she wishes, now, that she had those moments, and phone calls, to do over. Whenever I get annoyed or nervous that my mom is giving me a hard time, I remember this, and it helps me to not get bugged with her. Really though, I get along great with my mom, and as others have said, losing her would be the greatest pain I could ever imagine! Just suck it up, and keep in mind that someday your mom may not be there at all, to keep things in focus, DJG.
Edit: I hope I don't come off too preachy or serious, especially if this thread was meant in a light-hearted way!:biggrin: