Hey now, you got my eyes all watery. Sometime in my late 20s I found that I was getting less hugs. I had grown up and my parents weren't sure when they should hug me any more. So I've made sure that I give big ole hugs when coming and going. And about that time I started saying I love you as I ended phone conversations.
My parents were at first really awkward with that. That hadn't been their way to communicate. But I've done it so much that it's just normal now. My brothers had to get used to it too. All of which to say I've never gotten too bigs for hugs. Good reminder!
One of the things I treasure most, is that My 33 and 31 year old kids hug me big hugs every time I see them. Those hugs are the best hugs, reaching back in time.
Loved this post! It brings back memories of the different stages of letting go with my sons. Parenting, in many respects, is a journey of letting go because it's in the letting go that we release our children into their own lives and into the world. This is why grandchildren can be such a delight! We can return to some of those beloved experiences with a renewed appreciation for how precious they are and an awareness of how quickly they grow up.
Hey now, you got my eyes all watery. Sometime in my late 20s I found that I was getting less hugs. I had grown up and my parents weren't sure when they should hug me any more. So I've made sure that I give big ole hugs when coming and going. And about that time I started saying I love you as I ended phone conversations.
My parents were at first really awkward with that. That hadn't been their way to communicate. But I've done it so much that it's just normal now. My brothers had to get used to it too. All of which to say I've never gotten too bigs for hugs. Good reminder!
One of the things I treasure most, is that My 33 and 31 year old kids hug me big hugs every time I see them. Those hugs are the best hugs, reaching back in time.
The absolute point of parenting is to send out to the world, decent, kind and empathetic human beings.
Various stages of giving them the tools to be able to do this.
With velvet gloved discipline, teaching them of family and having opportunities to explore but always with a watchful eye.
The goal of any parent is to instill kindness.
Parenting is not easy but it is so rewarding when you see them as adults and know you had strong influence in their positive development.
Kind of an “I helped in doing that!”. Maybe that’s a bit of hubris but me, I feel proud…very proud!
Great piece! Loved it and so could relate!
You reminded me of going bicycling with my father when I was tiny in the early 1980s.
Love this. A very good mate of mine gives great hugs. It's probably not if why we're mates, but it's definitely a bonus.
Now, I can begin my day with refreshed spirit. Nicely written, Walter.
Thank you! Just hugged my daughter at her wedding. You caught the essence of parenting so beautifully here. :)
Awwww! What a fun ride. And yes! They will never be too big for hugs…the good part is that my now adult kids love my Mama-bear hugs❤️!!!
Awesome, Walter. Terrific post.
Thanks for sharing.
Loved this post! It brings back memories of the different stages of letting go with my sons. Parenting, in many respects, is a journey of letting go because it's in the letting go that we release our children into their own lives and into the world. This is why grandchildren can be such a delight! We can return to some of those beloved experiences with a renewed appreciation for how precious they are and an awareness of how quickly they grow up.
You are welcome. 👍🏾