A hyper vigilant and sometimes overbearing
mother that smothers their adult child/ren with limitless
love, affection, attention, devotion, loyalty, and food; with a few unrealistic demands.
While her offspring appreciates her and efforts, laughter, eye rolling, and a firm “STOP IT” are the arrows in their quiver.
However, the occasional acquiescence to her attention is always met with
joy and more smothering.
This behavior is considered normal for a grandmother.
Boss: You looked a little
exasperated on that call. Who were you speaking to?
Adult Child/Employee: That was my SMother wanting to discuss my profile portrait on the company
website. She doesn’t feel it captured my best features and wants it
shot again.