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I blinked and my son is on his way …

August 31, 2017

We are gone this weekend. My husband, son and me are flying to Minnesota to take my son (my lefty) to college. With six checked bags and just as many trips to Ikea and Bed, Bath & Beyond it will be a long, humid filled few days. I wanted to share a few moments captured over the years.

Although the photos are my memories the feelings will be familiar; universal. Perspective and gratitude are close to my heart as our middle child begins this new chapter.

Our son is ready for his next chapter. Um.. we will get there too! Trust me I have a huge list of to-do’s when we return from the “drop off” at his mid-west university.

But today’s post is about the moment I blinked.

I blinked…

I turned around…

we washed that Gap sweat-shirt 3,432 times

your biggest protector

that time you asked, “What dat?” when we introduced your baby brother. And, then you fought over him with your sister nearly pulling him off the side of the couch.

that smile …

that hair…..

“Erich, did you just tell your little brother there is no Santa Claus, Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy and Leprechaun in one sentence?”

…the bond with your siblings is just beginning…

that time your sister showed you the benefits of a good skin care regimen …

… never give up… hard work yields lessons that will last a lifetime …

that year you won two state championship titles …

the man who showed you what integrity perseverance and kindness looks like …

if you want to know a man’s character; look at how he treats God’s creatures….

I blinked

I believe in you and love you unconditionally. Unconditionally. Trust your instincts, show kindness and respect to others. Eat, sleep, study and have fun. You will make life long friends in college. Text me once every few days; but no less than every three days.  please

I will inevitably have an ugly cry moment when I give you that dorm room hug and goodbye. But, your dad and me will be okay. We certainly don’t want you living at home this fall.

Trust me, I have a list of DIY projects to keep your dad busy between now and Thanksgiving.

You are ready… can’t wait to watch you from the sidelines.

 

   

4 Comments / Filed In: LIFESTYLE
Tagged: College, Family

About laura

Hi! I am Laura and I am a Denver lifestyle blogger & Realtor who loves to talk and type about homes, DIY and upcycle projects. I am addicted to lists, coffee, Sharpies and reorganizing my kitchen cabinets. Oh, and I tend to get sidetracked in my thoughts.I love to drive my husband crazy with texts like, “Hey, where is the master water shut off valve?”

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  1. Janet Cole says

    September 2, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    What a wonderful young man you have raised! Prayers for both of you in this new chapter…and have fun with that to-do list!

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    • laura says

      September 8, 2017 at 1:00 pm

      Thank you Janet. Your comment made my day! xo laura

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  2. Catherine says

    September 2, 2017 at 2:09 am

    Yes it all goes by too quickly. That is why Grandchildren are so special, by then we know it doesn’t last long. What a gorgeous boy and now handsome young man he is. We only have a loan of them for a short time x

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  3. Heather says

    August 31, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    This is making me tear up as I know I’ll be doing this with my “baby” next year. I’m going to try and savor all of the “lasts” this year has to offer. Good luck to you all this weekend!!!!

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Hi! I am Laura and I am a Denver lifestyle blogger & a licensed Realtor. I love every step of turning a house into a home. My motto: I am more paint than polish. I am addicted to lists, coffee, Sharpies and reorganizing my kitchen cabinets. I love to drive my husband crazy with texts like, “Hey, where is the master water shut off valve?”

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