This year's word is Change. Many adjustments will be happening, have started to happen. The Eldest has accepted a new position, in another state, 500 miles away. The change for her will be filled with adventure and excitement. Spreading her wings and flying the nest for the first time. New job. Living on her own. New area. Hopefully, new friends.
For me the adjustment will be one of taking a back seat. Trying not to worry as she faces her new future and embracing my new role as observer. No more motivational speaking (aka nagging). Hoping I can adhere to the No Boomerang Philosophy and not rush to be the safety net.
Change is a good word, and we need to be flexible. It will be hard for you without your daughter, but I am sure she will manage well. Have a great start in the new year! Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteHer new job sounds like a great opportunity for her which wasn't happening here. On the bright side, all the new T Stands For posts when we go to visit :-D
DeleteOh that is so hard. My daughter is 2 hours away and that is hard. I can't image 500 miles away. So you picked a great word. I hope you can deal with the change, and the other changes, with grace, dignity and strength, Happy 2018! Hugs-Erika
ReplyDeletethe hard part isn't her leaving the nest, but being 500 miles away with no family or friends to help her. Though we're a phone call, text, or email away, we're an 8 1/2 hr drive.
Delete"Change" is indeed a very accurate word for the new year ahead. Personally, I have never been comfortable with change and I suppose I never will be but one thing is for sure, it happens with or without our permission so we deal with it and hope for the best.
ReplyDeleteI do not have any children, but still I have learned a lot from my mother. I have learned that, yes, there are times when a parent has to trust things will work out no matter what and also that once a parent always a parent regardless of their children's age. I wish the best for you and your family in this coming year!
I suppose no matter how old we get, we'll always be our mama's baby. Mama and worry go hand in hand. I think it's in the job description =^,.^=
DeleteBTW, I really love your "Picture Purrfect" of Ink! :)
ReplyDeleteWatching the snow seemed a fitting picture for this season.
DeleteOh...so far away. :( (Although, it could be worse!) Hopefully south, to a warmer climate?? It's good we are so connected these days. I think I 'talk' to the boys more than if they were still here, between texting, messaging, emailing.... Good luck to The Eldest in this new stage of life.
ReplyDeleteI wish it was a little closer, but driving is doable. And sadly, not much warmer. Snowier as she's not too far form Lake Erie. Her dream location is Hawaii and I told her this move puts her 500 miles closer to the Big Island. :-D
DeleteChange is an excellent word for 2018. I suspect you will feel it as soon as the eldest moves. But it is hard, and I think that makes it even more important. Happy 2018 to you too, CJ.
ReplyDeleteEverything changes and all little birds fly the nest. I had the experience of flying my nest and now will share the experience Ma may have felt when I left.
DeleteI like your one word philosophy:)
ReplyDeleteWishing your Eldest Baby much success. Those moves are tough on moms, but we do adjust. I'll be thinking of you.
Hugs
One word is a doable practice, at least for me. Thanks for your thoughts.
DeleteReading your post, it seems that change sounds like the perfect word for 2018! I bet your daughter is so excited about this new chapter in her life 😁. Thinking of you and wishing you and yours all the very best for 2018! J 😊
ReplyDeleteShe's excited about spreading her wings and flying.
Delete"Change" is a great word CJ!!! I feel it and understand it! It's funny you picked purge first and now your Eldest is moving for her job. I think you predicted the change!!! Wishing your Eldest all the best!! An exciting new time for her and for you!! You will do good CJ!!
ReplyDeleteAs I'll be purging her stuff to change her room into a new studio space for me :-D
DeleteLOL!
DeleteChanging and purging can go together! Congrats to her -- and you'll be great. Here's to a wonderful 2018!
ReplyDeleteI hope so. Happy 2018 to you
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