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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Our oldest is about to start med school, middle kid is in college and youngest will graduate from high school this Friday.  I'm a sentimental person and will cry over a movie or even a commercial, but I haven't cried at any graduations or college move-in days.  Sure, you miss your kids when they move out of the house, but there are plenty of ways to be in touch -- texting, Skype, Facetime, etc., and it's so exciting to see them stepping out into the world and becoming the wonderful people you've been waiting to see for 20 years.  It's like watching a butterfly emerge from the cocoon or a baby bird fly.  What a privilege and joy to witness this.    [/quote]

Completely agree.  I'm also a sentimental person, but I've never felt sad when the kids have graduated.  I feel happy and excited for them that they're making the next move in their lives.  Sure, it's a little bittersweet, but feels so good to know you've done your job well (of course, parenting is never over, but YKWIM) and helped to launch your child into the world.  It's a great feeling. [/quote]

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