Anonymous
Post 04/28/2015 00:35     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

I have a kid graduating this year, and another next year.

I have already had 2 graduate.

It's rough. I cry too. I don't want my kids to leave. I want them to stay little so I can make them food, watch movies at home with them, take care of them when they are sick, etc.

My kids who graduated both are at college. They come home briefly throughout the year, and it is such fun to have them home.

It's one of those transitions in life we must face.

Cry and be sad, but be happy, too.
Anonymous
Post 04/28/2015 00:02     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

Not at all unusual. Others probably won't admit it but they will also be very sad.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 22:40     Subject: Re:DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

I was happy for both my kids HS graduations. It was a nice milestone and seemed to be a natural progression in their lives. I'm usually a crier and didn't cry for either one. Try to enjoy the celebration and be proud of what your DD has accomplished.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 22:26     Subject: Re:DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

Completely normal. Your family is going through a major change. Your daily family routine, and having everyone under the same roof/at the same table will become less frequent.

It's huge, and it's wonderful.

When I left home, I remember my mom calling me bawling. She said it was like I had died, because my daily absence was so overwhelming. This was before cell phones, so I only called home once a week. Thankfully you can now Skype, FaceTime, and text nonstop.

Hugs to you.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 22:11     Subject: Re:DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

Hugs, OP. I guarantee you won't be the only one crying at graduation. Just hearing the music and seeing my DS file in with his classmates did it for me! But you'll make it through, and hopefully your DD will be excited as she moves to college; seeing my DS so happy as he moved in and hearing his excitement later helped me to let go.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 22:05     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

This will be me in a few years. I get sad thinking of it now! My DD is almost 12 and still likes to hang out with me so I cherish the time now and always say yes because I always know that it might be the last time for a while.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 22:04     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

I've got two in college and another heading there in two more years (I hope). You know what's really freaking me out? My oldest graduates from college in two weeks and is headed 500 miles away for a job. What? How did this happen?
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 21:57     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

At the moment the thought of them becoming tweens in the next couple years is enough to end my days.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 17:43     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

OMG, My DD is only in 7th grade and the thought of her graduating in 5 years makes my eyes puff up now. Same with DS is 6th grade. So you are so not alone OP. And I do love time alone with husband but will cry a river when kids graduate.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 15:46     Subject: Re:DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

I am the opposite. I will be crying for joy and dancing in the aisles. I am more than ready for this. Two more years for the next one and I will be free! (Assuming all goes according to plan..... and all other small print caveats)

Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 15:31     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

Me, too. DD is my only child and I'm a single parent. I don't think it's really hitting me yet how soon graduation and college will be here. Hoping I won't be crying through the whole graduation ceremony.

Such a cliche, but they grow up so, so fast. I see parents with little kids and feel so envious sometimes!
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 15:30     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

I know I'm going to cry when both of my kids graduate. You won't be the only parent crying you can be sure of that.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 15:25     Subject: Re:DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

I am in the exact same place as you. DD is my firstborn and I am unable to shake the sadness. I am very happy for her. She has done well. She has worked hard and has the results to show for it. Everything has gone according to plan, and yet, the thought that she will be gone to college, and our family will shrink is making me very weepy.

I am very close to her as well. Yes, she is ready to leave. And she has done us proud. She has a good head and she is mature and very responsible. I am not worried about her.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 15:24     Subject: Re:DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

((hugs)) Totally normal. Our older four have graduated. We have one graduating next year. I've done this four times and I'm still getting that lump in the back of my throat as the months fly by. It's hard.

Just keep reminding yourself that every stage of parenting is wonderful! If she's going off to college, you'll have all kinds of wonderful adventures to look forward to. If she's traveling or beginning a new career, same thing! This is not the end of your parenting. You are just entering a new phase. In some ways you are starting over. Parenting an adult child is different. Still awesome, but different.
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2015 15:20     Subject: DD graduates in five weeks, and I'm really, really sad

Just wondering if anyone is going through this. I've been dreading DD's graduation. I'm certain I'm going to sob through the entire ceremony. Every time I drive past DD's high school, I start crying.

DD's had a lot of health problems, so I've been extremely close to her, probably moreso than many parents.

Please don't say nasty things about letting go or helicopter parenting, DCUMers!

I'm just wondering if others are feeling the same way as graduation approaches.

Despite my sadness, DD's happy, and I'm very happy for her. She's looking forward to college, and she's ready.