mysc and FixIt: I see both your points. You're right mysc, I'd rather see the real person than the persona, and Doms are *gasp* people too. I also think, however, that part of evolving into a good and experienced Dom is to be willing to deal with these insecurities to both grow as a person and to help with the difficulties your sub is going through.

Also a good point, fetishdj, that the Dom in question may not know what to do in this situation. He may not even be aware his absense IS a situation. Since we have the poster here and not her Dom, I would suggest that HisandHisOnly make it very clear what she would like her Dom to do to help her. I'm not saying command him or pressure him, certainly not, but communication is essential in any relationship and if her parents are putting pressure on her for something he could help with, I would hope she would share that with him. If it's a concern enough to post, it's a concern enough to lay out for your Dom. Then, it's up to him to respond or not. EVen if the parents don't relax, both Dom and sub will have the satisfaction of knowing they communicated and tried to help each other out.

And 18 is legal age here as well, fetishdj. Quite a few kids are out of the house by then and on thier own, but there are many who do choose to stay so mom and dad can help with money etc during college. Personal preference between individuals.