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Heather and Jase on April 2, 2009 at 10:05 PM said...

I hear you, hun! I think you're doing the right thing allowing her some freedom at 12. That way when she gets to 16 she won't have the massive "I HAVE TO DO EVERYTHING RIGHT NOW BECAUSE I CAN" moment.

How come we never got really cool away from home trips in school? Our biggest outings were 10 minutes away from school. Pft. Kids these days! 


She's beautiful by the way. But you knew that! Kristin on April 3, 2009 at 4:01 AM said...

Breathe honey...you have people here on the east coast. If for some reason you can't go with her, remember I am less than 5 hours from DC.

Letting them grow up is so hard. SS on April 3, 2009 at 6:55 AM said...

First of all, totally beautiful! I am sure this boy is the first of many...

You'll be fine with her going. Independence is a good trait to foster. She sounds like such a good kid, and 13 year-olds are pretty sharp. Great of you to think of so many things to do leading up to the trip to make it more rewarding. have a great weekend! natalie on April 3, 2009 at 8:01 AM said...

Oh, geez, mine is only in 1st grade, but I already get chills thinking about boys. I think you're handling the whole situation perfectly. She'll need a little freedom so maybe she won't feel like she has to completely rebel when she gets a little older. She also sounds like she has a great head on her shoulders...which I'm sure she got from her lovely parents :) As for the trip, I remember taking that trip in 8th grade and thinking I was so grown-up. It's interesting to hear the parent's side of it. awa.ke in the wor.ld said...

Beautiful post.
Thank you for your supportive comment on LFCA.

Awa.ke in the wo.rld has a new blog at http://becomingwhole.wordpress.com/. Explanations and updates will be forthcoming. Jenn on April 3, 2009 at 11:34 AM said...


She is absolutely gorgeous, vibrant and full of life. You can see that in the pictures! Probably just like her mama!

As for "letting her go" you have taken such a huge step in just saying it out loud for the world to hear.

This trip to D.C. sounds perfect for letting her spread her wings!

Enjoy every moment of your journey! JamieD on April 3, 2009 at 1:14 PM said...

I can only imagine!

If she grows up to be a reflection of you, I'd say you have nothing to worry about. Coffeegrl on April 5, 2009 at 4:50 AM said...

Peanut is only 1 and already this makes me so sad. I know she has to grow up. I WANT her to grow up. I want her to experience so much and I want her to be independent enough to do it, but that doesn't mean it won't be absolutely bittersweet now does it?? Thanks for sharing such a beautiful slice of your relationship with your daughter. Maybe if I start to mentally prepare myself now I'll be ready in 11 years?? Parenthood For Me on April 5, 2009 at 5:09 AM said...

Everyone says that before you know it your children are all grown up. I know it to be true. Finn changes everyday. I can only imagine the difficulty in "letting go" so that she explore and learn who she is.
But, it would be nice if you could go too. D.C. is awesome. Parenthood For Me Sock It To Me I Heart Your Blog!