A girlfriend called and asked if we could go to lunch. She was feeling the Easter blues from not seeing her daughter
since Christmas.
Lisa was the holiday happening mom. She had the egg hunt and the table where the
little ones, including myself, had to dye and dot those cute eggs. We made our own baskets out of strawberry, green
cartons.
Her brunch of quiches and fruit tarts and spring colored table settings launched us into the
season of smiles. No more chills in the house. We were in the yard and seeing the blue skies,
again.
We shared our stories of how our kids were doing. Mine, as you know, is studying abroad in
Europe. Her daughter is on the east coast and home is on the west.
Letting go rolls on and on when
you just want it to hit that stop sign already. Talking, tears, and laughter helped, but not having your kids home to
share in the traditions of Easter baskets or chocolate matzos is a big OUCH.
Next plan
Natalie Caine, M.A. natalie@lifeintransition.org
Not all of our children go away to college. Some move out on their own after high school, or in with their boy/girlfriends. It is when they give you grandchildren that you will know what life is REALLY about. Just remember to enjoy the quiet, empty nesters, because it is not permanent! Sometimes it is VERY temporary. With grandchildren, come joys you could never imagine. It is not like when you had your own. Trust me, when they have their own children they come back home as often as possible.