They can't get past the "living in sin" part. Said I am living a immoral lifestyle. They are ultra fundmentalist . It was rammed down my throat since I was a little kid, no premarital sex etc. Very strict upbringing. One reason why I never told them about my GF for 1 1/2 years I knew the shiiite was going to hit the fan. (They live in another state)
We think they went to the extreme thinking I would pick them over her. Not going to happen. Besides lovers we are truly best friends-have been way before we became romantically linked. Have all the same interest in life.
Other couples who know us have told us not to let the age difference get between us and some have said they wish their relationship with their significant other was as strong as ours.
They sure are picking a funny way to bring back their “prodigal son”.
I hope they ease up on you a bit.
It’s not doing either of you any good, as it stands.
Is there any chance you and the lady could get married?
My situation was the same as yours and though my parents didn’t say it ~before~, my dad did comment “at least you’re not living in sin anymore.” afterwards.
[as though his life were perfect and righteous]
Using Occam’s Chainsaw, I’d suggest that as the simplest solution.
You get tax deductions, too...:)
My grown sons do things that I don’t agree with, but I love them so damn much it hurts. I would never cut them off because of this. I’m sorry for your parents, they’re pitiable.