Posted by fallsfall on August 28, 2003, at 21:21:40
In reply to Dena! Fallsfall! Galkeepinon!, posted by Temmie on August 28, 2003, at 19:05:45
How wonderful Temmie!
It sounds like he is settling in just fine. Having some adventures. Getting things set up for the school part of school. It sounds like he was so excited to share his news with you - like it isn't finished until Mom knows about it. And he said that you raised him. That you are the one who knows him. That means to me that you have been a very good Mom. What he said to you is about as mushy as an 18 year old boy will get (if my son is any indication). He loves you very much. He won't let you down - he will live up to your expectation that he will make good choices. Make sure that you remember this, because the time will come when you think that you have blown the whole thing - but you haven't. You have a kid to be proud of. And he has a Mom to be proud of.
I'm so happy for you
P.S. When I was 17 there was one night that I didn't come home until 5AM (we had fallen asleep). But I think I turned out OK. He will, too.
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