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[quote=Anonymous]My mom was heartbroken when I went away to sleepaway camp (which I begged her to let me do). She put up a brave front those first few years (I also started at age 10), but I remember her finally breaking down in tears when she dropped me off when I was 13. This was a woman who had four other children and was not at all a helicopter parent. I think what you're feeling is pretty typical.

I don't think my mom ever got used to having me gone for those weeks in the summer, but it was honestly the most wonderful thing for me at the time and I am so thankful she was able to suppress her own desires for mine. I really came into my own at camp and those experiences shaped the person I became - plus, I had SOOO much fun! I worked at a camp for years, and 95% of the kids had a great experience. For the couple who struggled (usually due to homesickness), staff was in contact with parents and the kids themselves certainly sent less than happy reports home. Even when everything wasn't peaches and roses (which was rare at the camps I attended or worked at) the kids were learning and growing from the experience.

My mom passed away a number of years ago, and I often think about that day she started crying at camp drop off fondly - both because it reminds me of her love for me, and because it reminds me of how much she gave of herself for my benefit. Cheer up - your daughter is probably having a great time and will thank you one day!  [/quote]

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