[JamesUme]

I am in my late 20's, and as a career, I am a computer programmer with many ambitious plans for the future. (Current income is above the average household income). I've been raised with good family values, and have always the utmost respect for elders. I still respect and believe in a lot of the traditions from any culture.

That being said, my girlfriend is also of Asian decent and came to North America at a very young age. Did her schooling here and is now a doctor. We get along at many different levels and our chemistry is like no other. I really believe that this girl could be the one. The only problem I am encountering now is her parents. (Especially her mom). They know I've graduated from College, and the career path I have chosen. This is apparently enough for them to disapprove of our relationship. They are constantly fighting her to re-consider this relationship and find someone who is at the same level as her in terms of status. (Education, Career, Achievements,etc.). They continue to say that there are things she doesn't see that she will regret later. Yes, she might possibly make more money then me in the future, however the gap wouldn't be that big.

Could her parents be right about it? Is there something I'm missing or is her parents being very unreasonable? It has already been a bad start and I can imagine how much more difficult it will be as time goes on. I don't see them ever accepting this no matter if we get married and even have children. I am also afraid they will continue to try to run her life until the day they die. What are your thoughts? Who should I as well as her handle this situation?

Thanks in advance for any input/advice.