She's just looking out for you. That's all that is. I don't see what she could possibly find fault in him watching his little family members, though. I'd think, as a mother, that she would love that he's so close to his family. I find that odd. :/

But, for the college thing, there are plenty of people who aren't college graduates that make a good living and are wonderful people. He's young still, does he have any plans to attend a technical school or get any other schooling besides high school? I can see how your mom would be concerned about that. But, yes, you're right, what's important is how he treats you. I will share a little bit of my opinion on that, too, though. What's more important than how he treats you, is how he treats other people. It's a great way to see his true colors.

As for dating other people, that's completely up to you. Just relax and enjoy this for whatever it is. You may find that you meet someone else, or that you end up dating this guy seriously. Read my quote, share it with your mom. Not to say you're using bad judgement, but, this is all part of growing up and learning who you are. You can learn some things from other people's mistakes, but, some you have to make on your own. And, again, not saying that this is a mistake. It's an experience, go with it. Whatever the outcome, you'll learn something. It may be that your mother is right, it may not. Try not to let this guy get between you and your mom,though, even if that means maybe not sharing every little thing about this guy with her. I know it's taken me a long time to learn that I have to sometimes leave things out when I talk to my mom. She's my best friend, so, that's hard for me. But, some things are better left slightly vague. I wish you nothing but luck, though, no matter what.