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[quote=Anonymous]I’m the dad. We have two kids. My first (boy) is taking a gap year and will be traveling abroad for 7 of the next 9 months. He deferred admission to Fall 2026. This will be a tough try-out for us. My wife thinks I’m just ok with the whole thing. But admittedly, I cry every day driving back home from work. We have an amazing relationship and so many interests that we share (golf, football, soccer, travel and movies). I’m so happy and proud of my kid and I know he will do great. But I know it will be very hard for me. Not sure If I’m doing it right by trying to hide my feelings from everyone at home. Nobody needs a dad being sad. My daughter is a Soph in HS and she even mentioned that it will prob be though for me. I dont want my son to be sad , so Im trying my best to be strong and 100% supportive about everything, but I cant deny it is tearing me apart inside. Sorry for the rambling as I’m crying as I’m typing….hiding from everyone.

It is about him, not me. We did our best to give them wings. I want them to fly, but the heart aches so much.

Been trying to do as many things as possible with him before he goes.
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