We’ve been through it with 3, and it’s never easy, but try to be happy that they want to spread their wings. You’re in the transition period right now, but that will pass.
Over time, as they graduate, and find their paths in life, you’ll find that you are still very much a part of their lives–at least that’s the way it’s been for us.
As my daughter said to me when she graduated from Harvard Med–“If it wasn’t for you and Mom, I’d never be where I am today.” The guys have gone through a few more phases than our daughter did to get to their destinations, but they’ve each landed where they want to be.
In some ways our relationship with our kids has changed–but in a good way–as they have grown into adults, and we’re all still very close, even though they are far more independent than they’ve ever been. I’m sure you’ll find that will be the case with your kids.
