It's come to that place that I always hoped for, and now that it's here, I could wait a couple more years. I brought the kids to a Wednesday night children's program at the church we've visited a couple times. I arranged for my parents to watch Andrew because I figured with it being their first time there and them not knowing anyone, they would want me to stick around with them- I was wrong. They ran in the door and were ready to chase and play with any willing party. I walked them back to the room they were going to be in and Jacob said, "Mom, you can go now." I was a little surprised, and said, "Don't you want me to stay with you this time?" Together, without missing a beat they reply, "No mom, just go". I gave them each a hug and kiss and I walked away. A part of me felt so sad that they were able to interact with a group of strangers without the comfort and security without their dear old mom. But another part of me was so proud of them for not being afraid of new adventures and people.
So with no kids for 45 minutes, I cruised up and down the isles of...you guessed it, Target!
Oh, no. It's begun, the "I don't need you right now" stage. Sad. Scary.
ReplyDeleteOh, Steph, They love you just the same, how exciting to see that they are confident young peeps. I LOVE Target without child.! Any good deals?
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