My Baby is Growing Up!
Yesterday, Josh turned 16. Today, Josh passed the exam to get a Missouri driver's license. Needless to say, as his mom, I have mixed feelings. I wish he wouldn't grow up quite so quickly! I am proud of him and excited for him. He set a goal, worked for it, and succeeded in reaching that goal. He has passed a milestone in his journey toward adulthood. On the other hand, now he will be driving without the benefit of one of his parents there to catch his mistakes and help him make good judgements. He'll have to rely on what we taught him and learn from experience. Also, it is not insignificant that when I called the insurance company today our rates more than doubled. Ouch! The agent on the phone tried to make me feel better by telling me that the rates would go down again when Josh becomes 25. Since by that time he will be paying his own insurance, I'm happy for him but it gives me little comfort here in the present time. So, any moms out there who understand all these mixed feelings who happen to read this, I would love some empathy.
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Hello! Happy Birthday Josh! and Congratulations on the license! Wow! Everyone is growing up! I just caught up on your blogs! I didn't even realize you had this! Sorry! I love it though so I can keep up with what's going on with you guys. I also like the scrapbook pics -I've been wanting to start that...one day! I especially liked the pic you had of the cardinal eggs and the b&w with one color rose - that was beautiful! Well, please send my hello's to all, especially a big one to Emily from Tabitha! Take care, miss seeing you, Belinda T. (I dont know what the profile thing is, so it may show as anonymous, but it's me Belinda T!) :)
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ReplyDeleteI love Belinda! I'm in the same shoes! Just catching up on your blogs almost a year after you posted them.
I can empathize with you on sons growing up! Jon will be getting his learner's permit in September. I'm so thankful that we are not in West Palm but in less populated North Port!
Love,
Linda C.
Florida