I scrimp on £3 shoes & can’t afford takeaway but my OINC son barely pays rent & makes me pay back every penny I borrow

Sara Collins, a single mother, has had to make extreme budget cuts to manage her finances since becoming a mum six years ago. Despite her frugal lifestyle, she finds herself in a strange situation where her only-child, who lives independently, barely pays rent and even reimburses her for any money she borrows. This unusual dynamic highlights the changing nature of family support and the financial struggles many face, even when it seems the tables should be turned. It raises questions about the traditional roles and expectations within families today.