-But Yet
We raise them
We love them
They are our all
Our everything
Our reason
For so long
The time then comes
We have to let them go
To make a life of their own
Forge their own paths
They move away
To where they want or need to be
To create their new life
Maybe have a family of their own
They are independent
Fulfilled, doing well
They are happy
We are happy for them
We are proud
We have done a good job
It is as it should be….
BUT YET ~
With an aching heart….we miss them
So much distance is between us now
We see them ….when we can
When….they can
Our lives and love
Our connection
Our relationship
Is now via phone and screen
There is a silent emptiness
An ongoing sadness
A deep longing to see them
To be with and share life with them again
There still is that never ending parental need
To touch, cuddle , hold them
Protect and keep them safe
Comfort them , make it all better
See them smile, hear their voice, their laughter
Beside them…..In person
As we once did
Though…
It is as it should be…
They are happy
We are happy for them
We are proud
BUT YET ~
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Deb M | Year Posted 2026
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