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Anonymous wrote:We get along well with our oldest child, a rising junior in college. After a quiet life during the pandemic, they have greatly expanded their friends, have a partner now, and go out all the time. They are so happy, and we are happy for them.

That said, my heart aches a little bit because child receive an opportunity for a nice campus apartment (with a kitchen!) but the lease will take them into the summer.

I know I've been so lucky they have been home for summers so far, but this is hard to process.

Do I just tell myself time heals all wounds? LOL

Please provide advice for a slightly sad and nostalgic parent who also realizes these are normal steps for an adult child to take. I'm so happy and also teary eyed...and would like my five year old back for a day, please. Thank you.

What wound? They're living independently as an adult. Be proud of them and develop your own life.

Anonymous wrote:We get along well with our oldest child, a rising junior in college. After a quiet life during the pandemic, they have greatly expanded their friends, have a partner now, and go out all the time. They are so happy, and we are happy for them.

That said, my heart aches a little bit because child receive an opportunity for a nice campus apartment (with a kitchen!) but the lease will take them into the summer.

I know I've been so lucky they have been home for summers so far, but this is hard to process.

Do I just tell myself time heals all wounds? LOL

Please provide advice for a slightly sad and nostalgic parent who also realizes these are normal steps for an adult child to take. I'm so happy and also teary eyed...and would like my five year old back for a day, please. Thank you.