Although I sympathise with your situation, being a parent, I see their point of view, that is the one big rule we have also, never ever give your address out on the net, I know Pet-talk is probably the safest around, so I think your parent's can be assured of their privacy, and all will be well.

Still one can never be too careful.

I guess if you have done it once, they are frightened you may do it again, I know you feel hacked off, but it is just because they care about you and love you.

Having said that I sure hope you get to stay, we would miss your cute posts.