How do i tell my parents i am moving in with my new Man 200 miles away?

That's a tough one. It's not a case of maturity as a fellow poster said. Sometimes our parents are a little overbearing. I think it's their fear of letting you go. To them you'll always be their baby. Anyway be strong and follow your heart. It's your life..... they've had theirs.

Hey there! I've kinda got the same problem. About 6 years ago I moved 220miles away to be with my ex, needless to say it didn't work out so I moved home 18 months ago. On my works leaving (2days before I came home), I met my current boyfriend (sod's law!!) who is wonderful & again, also lives 220 miles away. We have had a long distance relationship since then which has been very tough but also good as it has stopped us from rushing into anything. However, now we are planning on moving in together, which my Dad isn't over the moon about (my Mum is more understanding). At the end of the day, for you to get on with your life and be happy these are things you have to do. I know it will be difficult to break it to them but you can reassure them by saying that it's not like you're leaving the country, & going back home to visit (or even them visiting you) is only a drive away (albeit an approximate 4 hour journey). If they want you to be happy they have to let you get on with it, it's your life & they shouldn't expect you to have to wait until (god forbid) they have passed for you to be able to enjoy YOUR life. I wish you all the very best of luck in telling them & in your new life!!

are you really sure this is what you want to do?

If it is then just grow up, suck it up and tell your parents like the 45 year old adult you are.

I really dont think you should move in with him though. Think about your 10 year old son. He's probably had it hard already with the divorrce and everything. Moving him 200 miles at such a vulnerable age isint very loving. Your son should be the most important thing in your life and he should come first before this man and yourself, your own feelings. If this new man really loves you he should move to you.

Uprooting your son is a terrible thing to do, even if it will make you happy. Please reconsider.

At 45 and knowing this is what you want i see no reason why u cant tell your parents. Just do it and move on with your life its too short to let the good times pass you by. All the best!!

I think 45 is old enough to make that decision for yourself....

If you are sure that this is what you want to do then do it!

If your parents really care about you, they shouldn't mind as long as you're happy...Besides, its only 200 miles, not another planet..and you can always visit one another for a weekend break or mini-holiday.

All I can say is, if this gentleman is the one you want to be with, and the feeling is mutual...what have you got to lose?

Go for it!

your a fully adult woman and to be concerned about what you do with your life should upset your parents is absurd//you go for it and your parents will come around Good Luck I hope all goes well for you and that little fella

Like you've said yourself, you're 45, you're an adult, and you're looking for advice from strangers on how to talk to your own parents.

If you can't talk to your own parents, how mature are you?

tell them over the phone