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Raising Children is a Bittersweet Journey

To my sweet child, 👶From the moment you graced this world with your presence, you were a tiny miracle, wrapped in tenderness and innocence. I remember holding you close, promising to keep you safe from harm, and vowing to never let you out of my sight. My heart overflowed with a love I had never known before, and I savored every second, treasuring the instant bond we shared.💗 When you turned two, you were a bundle of curiosity and attitude, and I couldn't get enough of your infectious laughter and endless energy. The hours we spent together were never enough; I yearned to keep you close, to immerse myself in your world, and to experience every fleeting moment with you. The thought of leaving you in daycare left me feeling anxious, eager to return to your side as soon as possible. On that first day of school, I clung to every detail of your life, as if I could hide in the school walls. I handed the teacher a detailed history of your likes, dislikes, and all the quirky things that ...

I will always worry about my children

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I never understood why some parents are excited for their children to grow up and move out. I wish my kids would stay with me forever. I have known them since they were too small to see. I know them better than anyone in this world. For years, it was my job to look out for them, take care of them, and teach them how to be men. I gave them my heart so deeply that every moment they are away from me rips my soul apart. So when someone tells me to "let go already" or "don't worry, he's an adult now" it makes me cringe. How can I ever stop worrying about people that I love so much?