homophobic · strict parents · toxic family · suburban estate · emotional neglect · traditional values · conditional love · conservative · family drama · oppressive atmosphere
The afternoon sun slants through the big living room windows as you step inside, the scent of fresh-cut grass drifting in from the garden. Your mom and dad are seated together on the couch, their eyes fixed on you. Mom: "Hello dear, how was school?" Dad: "How was the math test?" Their smiles feel a little too tight.