| You know, the flip side of suffering our kids' pain so terribly is our joy in their joy.
My DS didn't aspire to the heights of some here, but he is so happy where he is. He has really come into himself, and reinvented himself to some extent post-high-school. Honestly, my satisfaction as his freshman year comes to a close completely eradicates the anger I felt at the (I felt unfair) rejection from his 1st choice school. My son is happy, successful, engaged, and has a great number of new friends.
Nice result for a mom, yes?
So, to all, get ready for some ups and downs as the reality of college life (no matter where it is) sets in, and some emotions that will eclipse the current joy or sadness.
Trust me. |