Here are two photos -- one from then, the other from last week with my same Emily, but grown up now and nearly 19 years old. Where did the time go?
Emily wondered why we stopped and why I insisted she sit at the one picnic table in particular, in one particular place. Then I pulled out the old photo. I know it became a special moment for her, but I believe it was far more special for me, knowing that in less than a month I would be dropping her off at college 3,000 miles away from my home in Washington state.
I love my big girl, but I sure do miss that little one a whole bunch.
11 comments:
This was charming, and touching. Nice post.
How special! Thanks for sharing this.
Yes Chuck, we hold their hands for a short while but their hearts forever. The grandchildren will be here one day and you get to do the best parts all over again. Stay Healthy!
As the parent of a teenage girl, it's easy to be moved by this. Thanks, Chuck.
As a retiree with grown children, this very touching post reminded me of the several years of trailering with 2 kids and enjoying all of it. Amazing how little they bicker in the car when they know there's going to be a new place to explore when you stop. And wine in a box in the refig is a life saver -- the kids can pour you a cup while you're barbequing without worrying about bottles, corks or spills. Thanks.
I've followed your travels since way before Emily was a glint in your eye. So these pics were quite touching . . . Also made me feel very old.
Hi ! One of the best pictures I have ever seen , God bless both of you !
In a few years you will have to return and take another picture with the "little" girl again.
Your grand daughter
Bob
Chuck - Emily is as cute as ever! Wait until your 18 year old Granddaughter says "Grandpa, I love you" as she gives you a hug. Then you will appreciate the gray hair.
I know that feeling, of missing the little ones. And we never get them back again. Brings home the old saying of "They grow up too fast."
I can't believe Emily is going to be a freshman in college! I remember her early travels with you like it was yesterday. I have those same mixed feelings -- my daughter heads off for her fourth year of college this weekend. They travel their own roads all too soon!
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