My BA is a little less than a month away and I haven't told my mother yet. I'm 36, married, and have been self-supporting/independent since I was 19. My mother lives near me in the same town so I feel the need to tell her, but part of me is uncomfortable discussing it with her and I'm afraid she'll give me grief over my choice. Yesterday I decided I just wasn't going to mention it to her, but now I'm concerned it will be even more awkward if I tell her after the surgery. Any insight or personal experiences would be appreciated.