So how do I top yesterday's post?
I have no clue!
Nothing funny today, sorry!
Olivia and Michael finished school yesterday. I'm quite sad about this. Next year they will be both be leaving the house together....the bus for junior and senior high school comes at 6:40. Michael has been getting on the bus at 8:00 for elementary school for the past 6 years and will be in junior high next year.
Wow, where did the years go?
Olivia starts her job next week. Michael is leaving for a camping trip Friday night and will be gone until Sunday afternoon.
How and when did they stop being little kids and start doing all these things without me?
Oh I know they still need me, but it's a different kind of need. Olivia still needs me to drive her to work and pick her up at the end of the day. She goes for her driving test next month, but do you think I'm going to let her take MY car and just go??? I don't think so.
Michael needs me to take him shopping for his camping trip. He'll need me to help him pack and he'll hopefully call me at least once while he's gone!
But...do they really need me?
I think so.
One thing's for sure...I know I need them!
They are my life and the best gifts I have ever received.
outdoor.mom says
it goes WAY TOO FAST!!! what lovely children
FeeBeeKay says
Your children are so lovely Lois, and it is obvious from all your posts that they are blessed just as much with you as you are with them. Fiona x
Linda C says
It does go too fast... my dear DIL is already experiencing it with her little guy Sam. He's 19 months old and said, "See ya, Daddy", the other day as my son left for work. It hit her, that her baby is not a baby anymore... and so it starts...:{
My daughter was in her last high school choir concert last night and will continue to have "lasts" this next week as graduation looms next Friday...and so it goes.
I'm with you- I'm not liking it right now:P
Excuse me, I've got to go get a tissue...
Linda
Miss Jen says
That was a BEAUTIFUL post...
*sniff...sniff* SO heartfelt!
What lovely, lovely musings and
what a special tribute to your
children!
Charli and me says
You have such a nice looking family ♥ It's very hard when the kids start to grow up. At least it was for me. When my oldest son moved out I cried for two weeks. He kept telling me he would be back every day to see me but it still didn't help. I had a bad case of empty nest syndrome but now they have all grown up and we have wonderful daughter-in-laws and grandchildren. My days are filled again :>)
A Hint of Home says
Cute pictures of the three of you.
Time stops for no one. It passes so quickly. Enjoy them while they are close. I know you do.
A House FULL of Grace says
That top picture is how I remember them. I did a freezeframe in my mind, but obviously it didn't translate to real life! Right now I can't imagine getting to that stage, the day to day of little ones can be so overwhelming. Thanks for this post, it's a great reminder that these are the best days of my life!
Hugs. How's Phil's knee?
Flat Creek Farm says
You have a beautiful family! Yes, isn't it funny how it happens ~ they just grow up SO fast. Don't blink! Enjoy them while they're still in the nest 🙂
AllyJo says
I put that picture up so people wouldn't feel bad when they are out looking all the beautiful blogs. My table is full of sewing for my family and homeschool books. Actually, that picture was looking pretty good. LOL It's since cleaned off and I'm a little more organized. I've still got stuff to wrap up. Catch ya later.
Busy Mom in NJ says
It does go by too quickly! They will always need you, but just like you said, in different ways. Cherish each and every day.