I admit that I am a over protective mother. I want to know where my kids are, who they are with and what they will be doing. It's really not because I want to control them, it's just that well, they are my kids. I don't know what I would do if something ever happened to one of them.
Never-the-less, I know that there comes a time in life when you kind of need to cut the apron strings and let them fly. I have prayed many times to Heavenly Father that I would know when that time comes and that I would have the ability to do it.
Last night, I was laying by Tyson before bed. We were just talking. He is a pretty private kid. He doesn't often share things that are close to his heart. Out of the blue he started sharing. I was so happy that I took the opportunity to listen. Closely. I won't tell you everything but the gist of it is that I knew it was time. The spirit whispered it to me. It's time for Ty to fly.
I know that he will always need me but it's ok for him to become the man he is supposed to be. I can let go as much as he needs me to. But I just want to say that, dangit, it's hard.
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It IS hard, I agree! As a mom of two grown boys, I have found that my role has changed dramatically. When my kids were little, I was a "manager." I managed their schedules, food, homework, etc. Then I discovered that my role shifted into one of a "consultant," which is harder, but worthwhile. For example, I would tell my younger kids what to do and how to do it = manager. As they grew older, I found myself saying things like, "If I were you, I would do...." = consultant. Teens do not like being told what to do, but if given a choice, they learn quickly the rewards/blessings/consequences that come with their choices...which is very rewarding as a parent! Good luck watching your little guy fly!
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