Wordless Wednesday: Sleepovers and Letting Go

A few nights ago, my daughter had her first sleepover. Other than the two whirlwind nights I spend in the hospital when her brother was born, I’ve never been apart from her for the night. So, while it was difficult for me to let me to let her spend the night away from me, I knew she was in good hands. After all, she was at my parents house. Literally down the street. And I knew it was an experience she needed to have. I needed to have it, too.

While I weep for the loss of each new stage in her life -yearning to hold on to even the smallest pieces of my “little” girl, I can’t help but feel excitement. I have nothing but fond memories of spending the night at my grandparents houses, and I want nothing more than for her to build such memories with the people she loves as well.

Happy Wednesday, y’all!

Keep on saving! :o)
–Barbara

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