There's quite a lot going on in our lives right now...and this week is a biggie. I'm trying to put into words what it's like knowing Mario will be graduating from high school in less than a week...it's very surreal. I can remember finding out I was going to be a mom for the first time, and how happy and terrified I was. I've been thinking a lot about his childhood, and wishing time could go back to him being 5 years old, just for one day. I know I'm not the first parent to wish this, but it's such a strong yearning, to just see his face as a little boy again. It's such an interesting age, 18. He's a cross between a man and a kid, still hovering between the two. I am so proud of him, I can't wait to watch him get his diploma. He is creative, imaginative, funny, handsome and so kind. He convinces me more and more each day that he will be a force in the music world, in some way. He's an amazing talent, with a pure joy and love for music. I can't wait to see where life takes him. But maybe for one more short week....I can still think of him as my little boy?
Aww.. you almost made me tear up. Such heartfelt sentiments about Mario. Yes they are all normal I believe too and I know all too soon I will face the same change of life with Azul who is now entering 5th grade. Already I long for the days when he was small enough for me to cradle and carry.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a wonderful mom Jules... Mario is going to make you ever prouder in life than he already has.
Love the little boy picture you posted of him too! Cutie pie then and cutie pie now!
Steph