I definitely would have preferred boarding school. All of these rules lasted up until the day I moved out (I know, they sound like somewhat reasonable rules for maybe an 8 year old, but imagine being 17 and trying to explain to your friends why you can't come to any parties). Also, my parents drinking habits made the whole experience that much more stressful.

My home was very much lacking support, but I think it also might be why me and my brothers are so close.