I've had this problem for awhile now...I have trouble seeing things that are far away. I went to the eye doctor a couple of years ago, and they said I had perfect vision.

Well, I went to a different one just today, and he said that I have 20/25 vision in one eye and 20/30 in the other along with mild astigmatism. He told me that most people with vision like that choose not to have glasses, but that it was my choice. When he had the prescription lenses, I could see a lot better, and more clearly, and he noted that...So I was like yeah, I'll take glasses because I'd like to be able to see more.

My mom doesn't believe me that glasses would help me even though It's really only distance that I have trouble with...the doctor said I was obviously struggling and she said she would only be willing to pay for them if I wear them all the time, but she really thinks that I just want them for some odd reason.

What do you guys think?

I'm going to get the nonetheless, I just wanted to get some opinions.

I think that getting the glasses would be a great idea. It sounds like your eyestrain went away when the Dr. 'dialed' your rx into the device. Getting those specs will probably make your everyday life easier and more comfortable. How much is THAT worth.

Dealing with mom is something else. Hugs, kisses, and 'I love yous' may be effective.

This seems to be the general consensus across the board (I've posted this very same question on a bunch of sites). Good to know. I was really just curious to see if my request for glasses was actually justifiable or not. I guess the answer is yes.

My glasses are ready, the optician called yesterday and left a message, so, as soon as I have time to schedule a fitting appointment, I'll be getting them.

So, I got my glasses today.

My mom still doesn't seem convinced that I need them, but, whatever. Since they're a really weak prescription, and they do help my vision in general, I've just decided to wear them pretty much all the time. This'll hopefully make my mom feel better about it.