Mom, only seven more years!

In Conway, MO today was the last day of school. As of 1:05 pm today, my kids had "officially" declared themselves one grade level older - our son is now a second grader, our daughter a fifth grader.

As I went through the final papers, the stack of art projects and the final report card, I couldn't help but feel a little sad. Not to worry, said my daughter as she patted my shoulder. "In only seven more years I'll be in college!"

What?!

Only... seven... more...

Okay, okay, I get it... only seven more years....

Both my kids thought that was a pretty cool observation. I didn't find it so "cool."

As the busy summer selling season begins, I am reminded the kids are growing as quick as the weeds in the flower garden. Now is the time to feed the fish, go swimming, read a good book, count the cows, go shopping, play with moon sand, go see a Disney movie...

If the next seven years go by as quickly as the last seven, I'm in big trouble. This Mom isn't ready for these "official" days to be over...

Posted by Debbie DiFonzo - Lebanon, Marshfield, Buffalo Missouri Real Estate on 05/16/2007 10:20 PM

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3 Comments on Mom, only seven more years!

I know what you mean, Debbie! My 2 are also three years apart...my son will be a 9th grader and my daughter will be a senior! College is less than 18 months away for us!!!! But...but...but she was just a baby YESTERDAY!!! <sniff-sniff> Cherish these next 7 years...they will FLY by!

05/17/2007 04:21 AM

by North Olmsted, OH Real Estate, Sue Gabriel, REALTOR® (RE/MAX Pros)

While you aren't ready, your job is to do what you clearly are doing -- help her be ready. I know this -- the complete 'freedom' is a myth. Which is wonderful. They just reach the next stage of their lives, but they officially belong to us.

05/18/2007 11:40 AM

by Kelly Taylor - Taylor Realty Services

Sue - You're so right - it seems like just yesterday I was waiting for the day of no more diapers! I couldn't wait until my kids could talk, and now, sometimes they can't keep quiet! Great memories!

Kelly - Thanks for the kind words. I have confidence my daughter will be ready to take on the world - I'll be the basket case! I talk to my Mom almost every day. Even at 38 years old, I know I'm still her little girl!

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05/18/2007 01:01 PM

by Debbie DiFonzo, Broker, United Country VIP Realty

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