Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Mama Millie Moments#5



Have you ever did something that your parent requested (pressured) you and you found yourself hanging? When my Mama Millie was alive she received a telephone call from her niece in France asking if her daughter could come to visit us for a month. Mother was living in my home so I had to be the person to make this decision. Mother wanted this, but I had reservations. Corrine was 17 years old and I had to work. My mother was a person who liked to be at home. What great fun for a young person to sit at home with such an older woman.I AGREEDED TO THIS REQUEST, BUT Mama Millie HAD TO DEAL WITH ANY ISSUES THAT CAME UP WITH VISITOR.What a joke! The time came and when we went to the Atlanta Airport, we saw a very beautiful, full figured girl with long blonde hair and blue eyes. She spoke English which was a blessing to me as I couldn't speak French. With her accent, she even seemed prettier than I thought. I think a real looker. Corrine seemed sweet, but years ago girls didn't wear short shorts that came up to her hiney. My mother wasn't comfortable with Corrine's clothing choice. Corrinne couldn't understand why people were staring at her. Within a few days later, Mama Millie wanted to ship her back to France. No way, we had her for a month. I didn't want to hurt her feelings as NOW I was responsible for dealing with her. Mama dropped the ball. I tried to encourage getting some new clothing as a gift from us ,but that didn't work. She loved what she wore. Maybe I should have talked with her straight about clothes, but I didn't and Mama just dumped,dumped, dumped. I decided that I didn't want to make this a big issue. This young lady was so happy, and excited to visit. I, had to work, but now I had to take some time off. Mama doesn't like to entertain. What! let's just sit and rock all day with a 17 year old. I, worked half days and did the shopping, out to eat routine, and whatever. Mother stayed at home.DUMP,DUMP! I made a mistake and took Corrine to a local swimming pool. Well, one day the door bell rings. Guess what? Not 1 but 3 lifeguards showed up at the house and wanted to take my too beautifil 17 year old out on the town. Now that I remain in charge, I now have this situation to deal with. Being the good and responsible person, I had the 3 to set on the couch and gave my speech. "I, don't know you guys, and Corrine is new to this country and I want her to return back to France in the condition she came to us. Tough, but she's too, too, pretty and I just felt I had to say NO. Corrine and I talked and she accepted this. I never took her back to that pool. What would you have done? During the time she visited, I had no problems. I, overall enjoyed this visitor, but not dealing with these issues. Mama said she would never do this again. Years later my son who was also attracted to Corrine shared some info. Mom, didn't you guess that Corrine was going outside alot to smoke? well, French perfume is great at as a cover up. Years ago, we continued to talk to Corrine. One year after my Mother died, we went to France and spent sometime with Corrine and her family. She is in her 30's and still is beautiful. At some point, I plan to share the heartwarming story to Europe to meet My European family I never knew. I, felt that after Mother died, I had to do this to help with my loss. It was a great decision. May still have more of MAMA MILLIE MOMENTS stayed tuned and then we will travel to Europe.

11 comments:

  1. That was an interesting story! It's funny the things we experience in life. Then time passes. You have to tell her the story and see what her take is on it. Sandie

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  2. That is some story! I think you did the right thing by keeping the guys away from her!

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  3. This is awesome story! I can imagine how guys would be after such beautiful girl. I'm looking forward to more of your stories, Rose.

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  4. Some friends of ours had French foreign exchange students..the boys were fun, easy to get along with and nice young men..the girls they hosted were another story. Yep, smoking for sure and many other issues...they quit hosting after 2 bad experiences. Glad you were able to visit her later in life...anxious to hear about your trip.

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  5. Different life styles in France, Uh?
    You did a good job of being the responsible person in charge....
    Very interesting story...can't wait to hear about your trip.

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  6. Good post Rose!
    17 year old girls from any country can be a trial.

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  7. What an interesting story Rose! I don't know that I would let my teenaged daughter go to another country to stay for a month even if it is with relatives. I wouldn't had let her go out with the lifeguards either! lol

    Hugs,
    Angela

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  8. You have such great stories to tell. Sounds to me like you handled the 17-year old situation pretty well. I imagine she would get a kick out of hearing it all now that she's older...maybe she'll read your blog!

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  9. A great story. I've actually been in shoes of the same style. Over the years I've had several family members and foreign students live with us. You are right. The hardest part is discipline. (what to wear; where to go; who to go with)

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  10. You did a great job rose, that was a hard situation, but you handled it well. love your stories. rizzi

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  11. I think you did a great job. It is hard to handle young people of that age, especially when you aren't sure what their culture is, etc. That was a hard situation to work with, but, like I said, I think you did a GREAT job!

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