I put a deposit on a new car last night. I am shortly out the door and to the bank for a draft to finalize the sale. I had to tell my father. How could I not? As I knew he would, he freaked out. "Have you talked the decision over with your psychiatrist?" He doesn't trust any big decision I make. This one is a big one so he no doubt is upset all the worse. But dad, just because I make a big decision doesn't mean I am manic!!!!!! I thought this over carefully. I discussed this at length with my boyfriend and others in my support network. I did a great deal of research before coming to the decision. I have done my due diligence. Why can't you just be happy for me?