The finish line is in sight

This handsome devil is graduating in a little over a week.  On this Mother's Day, my emotions are all over the place.  He is a kind, caring, compasionate young man.  I can't even imagine how empty my house is going to feel without him.  He has been a challenge, sometimes, but aren't they all.  This last semester he has surprised us with his acting and singing talent, he played the piano with the band, he got a job and has been responsible as a working man.  I will miss our late night talks, his patience with me on my phone and computer, his willingness to help when asked.  He will be a wonderful missionary and I'm excited to see what he decides to do with the rest of his life.  

It is weird to think that we will be 'empty nesters'.  Not exactly sure what that entails.  I have loved being a mom of 4 and though I have done some complaining (ok, maybe a lot of complaining at times)  I have loved the growing up years.  I will relish telling the stories of my children's childhood.  I know they will roll their eyes at me, but that will not deter me from telling and writing their stories.  Now, I need to find myself again, fill my time with something new.  Kinda sad, Kinda scary. Kinda exciting.