08/24/2026
Today my 21 year old daughter went on vacation with her boyfriend’s family, and I experienced a mix of emotions.
1. I felt the quiet realization that we’re standing at the edge of a new season and our life is going to look different in the next few years.
2. That one day, she won’t just be leaving our home for a week. She’ll be leaving to start her own family and create her own home.
3. I’ll miss this season. Our lunches just the two of us. The little moments throughout our day. Our family activities with the three of us.
4. At the same time, I’m already looking forward to what the future holds.
5. Our family expanding one day. The new traditions and memories that will be made.
6. I know she’s going to build a beautiful life, and I can’t wait to see all the things ahead of her.
7. I think today just felt like the beginning of that new season… and the quiet departure of the old. ❤️
Have you experienced this season of parenting too? That strange mix of being excited for what’s ahead while quietly missing what’s changing?
I may not be completely ready for this next season, but I will trust God with what comes next.
Follow and let’s experience the journey together.