This momma sure finds it really weird that a certain topic
is not talked about.
Empty Nesting..
The more I think about it, the more it makes me wonder
if it is taboo or if women out there are brought shame because they think they
are alone.
Well, let me be the first of many to say You are Not Alone.
There are many of us, who are struggling or struggled with
empty nesting.
And yes, I have been
told many times by many people how wonderful it is.
How I am ridiculous for being so sad.
Or how now it is time
to party, and enjoy the quiet. Blah Blah Blah
And the flesh side of me wants to say, okay I am sorry you
did not like your children being around!
But I didn’t, I just smiled and kept my mouth shut.
Because ya know what, I don’t enjoy the quiet.
I don’t enjoy not having my kiddos there for me to cook for
and drive around to practices and games.
I don’t enjoy not
saying good night and know they are safe under my roof.
I don’t enjoy coming home to an empty house each day.
I don’t enjoy not having dinner around the table and
laughter being heard.
And you know what, that is okay!
I can embrace this season too!
I can feel sad and
miss it with all my heart.
So mommas of Seniors who are about to watch their babies
walk across that stage. The ones who will be dropping them off at college for
the first time, or returning them to college after a wonderful summer break.
Just know, it does
hurt.
There will be tears, and sadness and an emptiness in your
heart that you can’t explain.
And no, I would be lying if I said it gets easier with each
one.
But, just know you are not alone. And don't let anyone shame you for feeling it all. It's Normal!
I loved being a momma to my four.
I am thankful that
they are all living healthy lives and living for Jesus.
I am thankful for the
glimpses they allow me to see of them as they do the adult life.
But, you know what has healed my heart some?
The Love of Jesus AND...
Yep, Grandbabies and Vacations! 😂
That is how I am coping.
Because Empty Nesting Sucks!
