Nixon, this is my two cents: step away for a little while. Stop posting and reading, you've heard all the angles and all the opinions. There's a lot on your shoulders right now. Take a break from the forum and other people's opinions and take some time for you, you deserve it!!! Take some time to think, on your own, what is best for you right now. Maybe take a breather and then talk to your mom again, maybe your mind is made up. Right now, I believe some time to think on your own will lead you to what your best plan of action is. And whatever you choose, it's your choice and it's ok.