My kid turned 18 today (35)
FishingMTgirlBig Sky, Montana USA18 Threads 5 Polls 971 PostsOMG, has anyone ever felt this way before???? I went into my sons room he is 6'5", wears a 15 mens shoe, just a big guy. Even tho he is built like a man he is still a kid. I just looked at him while he was sleeping. I smiled and thought to myself he turned into a great young gentleman, and then I wanted to cry. I feel almost like I am grieving, like I am losing my son. Oh I know this sounds irrational. Him leaving the "nest" how does a parent let go? I know he will always need my love, guidance, advice, etc... Is this normal to feel like this???
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Hi sweetie tks for being there for me..and yes my son will be 18 this year..Happy Birthday to him sweetie and also Happy New year to you and urs
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It certainly is.... you're fine. And this is even from a male prespective.
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Yes it is normal to feel that way..When my daughter turned 18, I thought it was the end but she is now 22 and a lovely young woman..I enjoy seeing her grow into herself..It will be okay..I hope your son has a great birthday..
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Your welcome anytime sweety!!! Your a loveable lady
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Thanks Indy, did it make you feel like crying, I am almost scared at the birthday party, I'll start crying. Oh dear, can't do that 
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Well happy birthday to your son but i have not had that experience yet mine are 7 and 4 i have awhile yet:)
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I guess it's the finalization that I will be starting my life soon. Now all these questions are popping into my head and it is scary. Does this make sense??
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Yeah, I know the feeling, Fishing. So your boy just turned 18? Congratulations! You know what that means, don't you? Your children are aging.
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Happy Birthday To Your Son. Yes Its normal as a mother to feel the way you feel. Now, on the other hand if 18 years from now he's still living with you. I'm positive it will be easier to let him go.
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Hi sweetheart!You know when my daughter graduated, I was so proud and thrilled..then I thought OMG she will move out soon..away to college or wherever her path may take her...well she moved out in July, got a place with her cousin..I bought her all kinds of things she needed..but after the 2nd day she was gone, I realized I missed my baby! I would call her everyday...after about a week, she kindly said, "Mom, I moved out so I could be on my own and see how well I can do..you taught me right from wrong..I will always know the difference because of you!" "And, please don't call me everyday! I am fine!"
A little crushing
but my baby grew up and I knew I had to let go...so I phoned her only once a week..wasn't long before she was calling me more after that
You are an extraordinary friend..I am sure you instilled in your son great values..you will always look at him as your baby..no matter what..enjoy the memories and enjoy knowing because of you, he made it this far!
Tell him from me "Happy Birthday!"
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When my daughter left home at 18 it broke my heart, i felt old, not needed, and that a chapter in my life had closed i felt nobody else had ever felt like me
She is now 25, with a daughter of her own.The day she left our relationship from Mother/daughter began to change and she now my closest and best friend.
Letting was really hard, but it opened a new chapter in our relationship.
She is now 25, with a daughter of her own.The day she left our relationship from Mother/daughter began to change and she now my closest and best friend.
Letting was really hard, but it opened a new chapter in our relationship.
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I can't speak to this, but I suspect it could be a little tough.
I have no idea who or where my kids are
I have no idea who or where my kids are
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I bet you don't
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Normal but doesn't make it any easier.
I'd like to freeze mine at age 11.
Too late he is 15.
They never realize how much we truly love them until they have children of their own.
Try to be brave today. And if you cry, remember to laugh...then his friends will REALLY think you are whack!
I'd like to freeze mine at age 11.
Too late he is 15.
They never realize how much we truly love them until they have children of their own.
Try to be brave today. And if you cry, remember to laugh...then his friends will REALLY think you are whack!
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youre a bad bad boy
its the tux that gets the ladies a-peelin
whats a fella to do?
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My daughter turned 27 yesterday and tomorrow my son will turn 25. Especially on their birthdays I always feel like you do. I always have to smile when thinking of them because they have both turned out to be fantastic people each in their own right.
Letting go is easy believe me. It's when they move away to another country or vice versa, that could make things a tad difficult.
Good luck to you though.
Letting go is easy believe me. It's when they move away to another country or vice versa, that could make things a tad difficult.
Good luck to you though.
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Did he tell you he was leaving?
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