It's supposed to be good and right when our children move away. And yet when they do, it's sad and you want them near. I always wanted my kids to feel free to go and be anything that they wanted to be. To feel that they could go anywhere the Lord led them and not look back worrying about me or how I would feel without them. And they have done just that. They are happily exploring their lives and contributing to the world around them. I am so proud of them all. Paul and Lauren are in Virginia, Hope is in Grass Valley, and Sam is in Chicago. I just want to say that as I look at this little picture of Caleb living so far away, I am rethinking that maybe I should have used good old fashion guilt to keep my kids near. What was I thinking when I encouraged them to fly and explore?
I'm kidding, I wouldn't change it. I love watching them do their life and feel confident without me. It's healthy, and it's good...that's what moms are supposed to do...let their kids grow up and have their own lives.
For the record.....Paul, Lauren, Hope and Sam I really wish you lived closer!