Honestly, I wasn't sure that her dad was going to let her go. Last night when he came home from work I could tell that something was seriously wrong. I knew that things hadn't started out on the right foot for him that morning, but something just didn't seem right when I walked into the family room that evening and found him sitting in a stupor. After a bit of prodding he finally confessed that he was having a difficult time thinking about his girl leaving the security of our home and heading off into the big, cruel world.
I guess the fact that our son moved out of the house and into an apartment last night didn't help the situation at all. Yes, we knew the day was coming and that it wouldn't be easy, but now that the time has finally arrived we've found it harder than we ever imagined. Not only does the house seem empty, so do our hearts. Let's face it...parenting isn't for sissies!
I know that they're both going to be just fine
You have a lovely daughter and I hope she appreciates the sacrifice it takes to let her go. We went through something similar when our daughter went away to the States a couple of years ago and the first week it was hard to keep those tears on hold! But this is the way kids grow and learn and by being apart it is so easy to put into writing how much we love them and are proud of them. Sometimes I think they don't hear the words but seeing them makes a difference.
ReplyDeleteYour DD is beautiful. Oh my goodness the first starting to leave the nest. I understand your pain. Consider yourself ((HUGGED)), Kairle.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog! yeah, I thought Taniwa's explanation for the peace sign was a very good one. I love her blog!
ReplyDeleteOh, Kairle, what a beautiful girl, going off to the world. Your state must be a lot different than ours. Around here Freshman are not allowed to take cars.
ReplyDeleteShe will be fine, she has had a good start. Just think you have two more to go. Hugs
I understand. I wasn't prepared for how I might feel when our daughter left home to start college several states away. It was perplexing because it was a planned-for day, and those feelings just seemed to pop out of nowhere. But the adjustment was made and the sense of loss was replaced by pleasure in seeing her learn and grow and mature--and our relationsip grew and matured, also. New phase. Blessings as your family begins this new phase of your adventure!
ReplyDeleteBoy, does this bring back memories! Brian wasn't allowed a car at school the first year.. students were also required to live on campus. (Guess that's how Ga. Tech got the nickname Ma Tech..lol.)
ReplyDeleteThat long drive home from Atlanta was the quietest you could imagine. Each of us lost in our own thoughts about the future and the past.
I know it's bittersweet being proud that you raised a daughter secure and confident enough in herself to face the world head on.... and at the same time, sad to see her go off and do it.
Good LORD that girl looks just like you in that shot, Kairle! Just darken her hair a little bit and I'm not sure I could tell the difference! LOL! Hey, maybe you could just color your hair lighter, and your husband will feel like she hasn't even left! LOL! Hang in there--the two of you will adjust, and you might even start to LIKE it in time. I know it doesn't seem like it now, but trust me!
ReplyDeleteYour daughter is so cute. She looks very happy there. Too bad mom and dad are't quite as happy. You always think how nice it will be when they grow up and move but when it actually happens it's the saddest. Hang in there, she will be back. LOL!!!
ReplyDeleteWhen our girls moved out, I was crushed, happy for them, but lost. My dad told me it will take 15 mins. to get over it. It took 12! LOL! It is so rewarding to see them blossom in their new roles! You will get used to the silence and begin to enjoy it. Then you can really enjoy seeing them become the fantastic adults you raised them to be! Many hugs!
ReplyDeleteSometimes men are the biggest softies. When our first daughter left for school my husband had a tough time with it. Now we are feeling the same about our first granddaughter! It is a big and exciting step!
ReplyDeleteBig (((HUGS))) for both you and your hubby.
ReplyDeleteYour daughter is a beautiful girl! I bet she's is a bit frightened, but excited to move ahead to the next stage of her life. If you didn't care, you wouldn't be upset at her leaving! I remember the pain when our son went off to college - I thought someone was tearing my heart from my chest! Each day gets a bit easier. Your daughter will be homesick once the excitement wears off. It's a tough transition for all of you, but one that seems to be necessary in every child's life if they are to become a responsible adult. Doggone it, anyway!!
ReplyDeleteYour daughter is so lucky, that you are letting her go! You can be strong for her. When my son went away to college it was probably the hardest thing I had to get through. He had a great time in college, Time away probably made us even closer. Keep quilting it will take your mind of things, make sure you send a quilt to college with her:)
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