It's that time of the year again. The end of the school year seems to bring a flurry of activities for my children. So that means I'm busy as well. At least for the two who can't drive yet.
Just counting from yesterday till tomorrow my youngest son has four parties to attend. This is the one child I worried that he didn't have enough social connections. When he entered middle school he just blossomed. Now I'm not the only one who knows what a great guy he is!
I do miss having more time with him. It seems that time is flying so fast. Sometimes I think if I blink my children will be grown and out on their own.
But isn't that what a good parent does? We love them, meet their needs, some of their wants; all the while letting go a little at a time so they can stand on their own when adulthood is reached.
I'll always love them and be there to help if necessary. But mostly I'll stand back and let them be uniquely who they are. Trying very hard not to burst with the love and pride I feel while they do just that.