Thanks for the support. I've deffinately thought about writing her a letter. I'm sure it'll be very long and I'm hoping she won't think it's corny. Actually she'll probably tell me that it is but then hopefully she'll keep it and deep down really cherish it. I can't believe they grow so quickly. The younger daughter is 14 and just got her first boyfreind and he sent her roses to the house. Oh my goodness... Here goes another growing teenager. Thank goodness I still have the baby who's a boy and 5 yrs.
NANNER60 3/3/06 10:10 A
I have not been through that experience yet. My daughter and only child will be 16 in 16 days. She will be getting her driver's license and then she will have that new freedom. I am very excited and absolutely terrified at the same time.
You have done a good job raising her to this point. Have faith that you have taught her well and as stated below, you are a phone call away.
I like the idea of writing her a letter. You could not only give her comfort, but let her know how proud you are of her.
KELLY_SP 3/3/06 9:27 A
Hi Faylei,
I have two daughters but they are very young (3 and 2) and while I can't relate personally, I have a close friend who has dealt with a similar experience and we used to talk about it a lot. The fact that you trust her enough to send her back for her final year, speaks volumes, to you as a mother to allow her that opportunity. I am guessing that she is aware of the love that you (and your husband) have for her and the happiness you both want for her. You are a phone call away and staying connected will give you both peace of mind. You mentioned she is staying with her grandmother so she won't be without family (which is nice for you both). As a daughter myself, have you thought about writing her a letter that she can read when she feels sad about being away from you and her father. It's amazing how words of encouragement and love can keep us on the right track too.
Good luck and keep us posted! Kelly
FAYLEI 3/3/06 1:52 A
I can't believe that time has gone by so quickly. We moved to a new state this year, her junior year, but she really misses her freinds and wants to graduate with them. So, we're going to let her go back there and live with grandma next year for her senior year. She has already said she wants to go to college there so it'll be a benefit for us to have her live there to gain state residency also. But I'm already missing her. I keep wondering if I've taught her all the things I should before she goes. Can she cook, can she drive on ice or snow, can she go to the Dr alone, manage a bank account, stay in church when it's her own choice???? The stress goes on. Has anyone gone through this???
