Letting Go Mugs

"They grow up so fast."

'What's that? It's a leaving present for the next person who comes in late.'

'There they go - off on their own - and a finer bunch of fledgelings one couldn't ask.'

"I can't get used to being a grownup."

"Maybe he's so sad that he's leaving us to go to college that he actually looks happy. Please don't ruin it for me with reality."

"Yeah, you could say I've got mother issues....she told me I have to move out!"

"But if you leave New Orleans, you'll be just another sandwich."

'It's time to move out when Mom says...'

Fish evolving: 'Write, if you establish a niche.'

"Nothing else in my room can spin on the floor like a bottle."

Fishbowl rebellion.

"My parents said that until I find a job and move out they will not recognize me as a sentient being."

Trust

'What about you...you've been living here thirty years too?'

"Your mother and I think it's time you got a place of your own. We'd like a little time alone before we die."

"Your mother and I want to make your 21st birthday a moving experience. We'll help you pack."

'Son, the world is ripe for the taking ... you better stay home with me.'

"Son, one day two hundred square feet of this city could be yours to rent."

"This is a little awkward, but you've been our guest for a while now, and we all have work in the morning..."

"Lives in the basement and has yet to bring home a dime."

"Be afraid to try new things!"

"Shouldn't you use a plate?"

"All I ask is a chance to ruin my life in my own way."

'Honey...you're spoiling that child.'

Estate Agent showing client his parents' house - '...and here's one from our affordable homes range'

Annual 'See You In The Spring' Hibernation Party.

'No, thanks. My folks won't let me get any piercings, yet.'

'Woke up this morning found someone had stolen my guitar...'

'How should I know how things are at home, I moved into the pub a month ago.'

"I know, boy—I miss the smoked salmon at Zabar's, too."

"I do like it here, but I'm ready for my own apartment."

'Male, 38, still living with his parents. They asked us to keep him overnight, so they could change the locks.'