So Hard to Let Go

My boys are ages 13 & 11. For the last few weeks their sister has been summering in Chicago. The boys have been busy with camp and swimming lessons. Due to my work schedule, I had to come to grips with the fact that I need to give them more responsibility. This past week they have travelled to and back home from their swimming lessons solo!

For those of you who don't have children may not understand the significance of this event, let's just say it's huge! Up until this week, anywhere my children needed to go, they were either driven by yours truly or transported by another friend or family member.

At this time, I do not own a vehicle. I take public transportation to and from work each day and any other place I need to go. I am blessed to have people in my life that offer rides to and from the grocery store, but with the current price of gas, I make those requests few and far between.

I am very fortunate that my boys are really good kids. They have followed my instructions to the tee and come straight home without detouring. I cannot take all the credit, but I am grateful and proud.

As hard as this past week has been for me, it was necessary for their growth and development. They are building confidence and self esteem in their ability to function without me. It's gut wrenching for parents, but imperative for their level of maturation.

I'm sure my own mother is looking down on me and laughing; enjoying watching me go through the paces with her grandchildren. I was the most stubborn and independent child and if what they say is true about your own children, I'm in for one hell of a ride! Pray for me.