This does not bode well for the fall
I read Anna Quindlen’s back page column in Newsweek the other night and, upon finishing it, burst into tears.
I think there’s a chance I’m suffering from pre-separation anxiety.
I have to know, you moms and dads of older kids, how on earth have you coped with kids leaving home? I know, I know — he’ll be back for holidays and such, but I’m just going to miss him so very much.
February 29th, 2008 at 4:18 pm
I haven’t lived with my parents since 1996. My mom still tries talking me into staying the night. And if I won’t, she wants to keep my dog overnight (so I have to come back the next day).
February 29th, 2008 at 6:10 pm
I went to college with Anna’s daughter who’s still there (along with that darn dean she mentions in the article); I wish Anna would’ve done a writing workshop or a reading while I was there.
March 3rd, 2008 at 2:27 pm
Ugh. My little guy is only 17 months (in three days), and I’m already dreading the day. How are tears possible 17 years in advance?
March 6th, 2008 at 7:56 pm
Take it from someone who has been through the college separation anxiety: It’s not easy, but it does get better. Think of it this way: When he does see you at college or a visit home, he’ll be happy to see you — at least you have plenty good times left with “the girl.”