I just took Thomas back to school. He was home for spring break this past week, which was ridiculously early. But I always love having time with him, and enjoyed having him around.
He's been home every weekend this semester except one. With his cat not being there and the one friend he had ending communication (not entirely sure why), he is lonely. It is heartbreaking for a mom, but I can't change it.
I also don't judge. I went home every weekend (almost) my freshman year, and so I am not about to tell my son I won't do for him what was done for me. I handle the Friday evening pickups, usually, and I've also handled about half of the Sunday afternoon returns as well. And I really don't mind. Today was a lovely day and I truly enjoyed the drive home completely by myself. It's a nice opportunity to just have some quiet and sing along with the radio. I remember my dad, who took me back to school nearly every Sunday, tell me he never minded those Sunday afternoon drives, and I get it. Missing him today, but always feeling he is with us. I'm blessed to have my family.
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