At least she has a place to stay for now.

She’s welcome to stay here as originally planned, which is until Saturday.

Then she said she may ask to ride back with my brother and his family to their home in another state (opposite direction than me).

She refused to ask him until Christmas, so I gave my brother a heads up last night so he has a chance to speak with his wife.

I also told him that he’s under no obligation to say yes, as she is still welcome to stay with me until Saturday.

Her insurance company will be footing the bill for most of her stay at a hotel and meals (IF, BIG IF, her residence is uninhabitable, which we do not know at this time).

He doesn’t want to deal with her either.

He told me he didn’t have room to take her back with him (3 people in his car and no room for a 4th -assuming luggage is the issue).

That I should let her stay with me because she’s lonely.

I told him I understood that, but I’m not wrong for wanting to cap my time with her at the one week originally planned.

He had left that text on “send”.

My mom can be a challenging personality and with this unfortunate development, she’s even more difficult.

I love my mom, but I’m tired.

I certainly understand that.

I want my house back and don’t want to be criticized or complained at.

I refused to allow my lonely mother to extend her stay with me, despite the recent damages to and unknown state of her home.

Am I wrong for prioritizing my space and personal downtime over my mother’s emotional needs?

AITA?

Mom should be happy that she can stay for a week, and understand if that is the limit.

Let’s see what people in the comments think about this situation.

This person thinks they should just help.

Here is someone who says to be more flexible.

Here is someone who says setting boundaries is important.

This commenter says she should get back to deal with the mess.

This person says he would likely help.

Mom needs some extra help, but there needs to be an end date.

For everyone’s mental health.

If you enjoyed that story, read this one about a mom who was forced to bring her three kids with her to apply for government benefits, but ended up getting the job of her dreams.