im 18 live at home and commute to college and work everyday...

my parents have NEVER given me anything except clothes and food on the table.....

i pay insurance, gas, mods, car problems, food when not at home, cell phone, gifts for people....you name it OTHER then clothes and food when at home....

i will be at home for at least the next 2 years until i graduate from the communtiy college....

i work 2 days a week and school 3.... and i usally don't spend my money on anything except, my car, food, and my gf....

so i hope this helps....