Quiet Musings on parenting teens from Vampire Maman
His cold hand brushes my face,
He speaks quietly,
Assuring me that our children
Are not slipping away into the abyss
Called High School.
I spend the first 12 years encouraging,
Prompting them to fly,
Encouraging them to be independent,
And now I fear that they’ll fly too far.
We’ll always be close with them.
That will never change.
I still feel the slight tingle of doubt and fear.
Something more frightening to a mother,
Than any zombie attack or ghosts can bring.
We celebrate and dread that our children
Are growing up.
He puts his arms around me,
I can hear the faint slow beat of his heart,
We speak of how we love,
We speak of our children,
Of passion, of life and love and longing,
Of our fears and hopes and joys of our efforts,
And the wonders we’ve created.
All of us in the shadows,
As hot and fast as fire,
In our cold slow Vampire hearts.
It’s fantastic…, and terrible to see them grow up, isn’t it? Scary is a good word – not for them, but for us. For such a time we were accustomed to their dependance on us for advise, support, love, and (money) and now that they prove our efforts successful it’s just plain scary. Been there, J. and done that and can truly sympathize with what you’ve written. It gets better.
Paul
Scary and exciting at the same time. Thank you as always Paul.
When I watch my son speed skate, I am proud and fearful. I cheer for him to go faster, and I hope he doesn’t go so fast he loses control. It’s terrible and great.
Skating is always a good way to learn about all aspects of life – both as a kid and as a parent. Thanks for coming by!
Yes! Such a dilemma…fly! But not too far, not too high, not too fast…!
Always seems too fast! But I have to let them spread their wings! Thank you for dropping by.
Astounding – ♥
Thank you Beverley!
I so enjoy your work!
Thank you Kimberly! It means a lot coming from you.
Hello- I nominated you for this crazy “Gargie Award!” Thought you’d get a kick out of it! http://arcanearrangements.com/2013/01/16/the-gargie-award/ Keep up the great work! 🙂
WOW. That is so awesome. I am truly honored and, wow. Thank you. I will display it proudly!
Right on- I thought you’d like that one! Have a great evening!