What To Do Now..................

[whitwolf]

So as not to bore folks with all the details I'm at a type of crossroads I didn't really prepare for.

 

My "little" boy Is going off to college in 19 days and after having him two days a week and everyother weekend, without fail, (divorced parent) I'll join the Infamous emptynester club. I'm well aware of the fact that this Is life's natural progression, but I'm a bit uneasy with the fact that I will see him on a limited basis.

 

I have wondered and thought about the time where I can do pretty much as I please but now it seems there's a certain sadness with this particular constant  going by the wayside. I'm excited for him as he starts a chapter in his life that's going to be full of great/learning experiences but at the same time letting go Is difficult.

 

I guess In the end It's life and I should be a little less selfish and with time things will be different but the feeling of emptiness at the moment Is a bit daunting.

 

Thanks for the ear gentleman/ladies.

 

 

[Mr_Scrogg]

Just cause he's off to college dont mean you stop being a Dad or stop seeing him. You will just have more phone time.

Fish a little more or pick up another hobby.

[tomustang]

I knew guys that went though this, they ended up having another kid.

I hope you find some support, good luck

[Sam]

Whit, don't fret.

 

Visit him at school at least once a month and take him out to lunch or dinner as a treat and to a football game if he is available.

 

After the shock of raising a successful son who is going to college you should be proud. After all, a parent's main goal is to have their offspring be able to go into the real world and survive. Your son will love college and you can be a positive part of it.

 

As for the "empty nester" feeling, my wife had it for about a day and then we remodeled his room and made it into a guest room. We put the clothes and other stuff in plastic containers and moved them to the attic. Although we love him we were glad to see him spread his wings and go out on his own.

 

You now have the time to go fishing; meet other people; get involved more with a civic or other group; and start to live your life to the fullest.

 

Your son will flourish in college. Please give him this advice from a college academic recruiter: 1) College is the best five or six years of your life and 2) don't graduate!!!

[slonezp]

I spoke with my son most everyday he was off at school. Nowadays, If it weren't for fishing tourneys, I'd never see him. Such is life

[MCS]

I put my oldest in kindergarten last fall, sounds like it doesn't get any easier as they get older.

Best wishes to you both, it will be fine, I am sure you will find out how to be in each others life just as much.

[whitwolf]

Thanks gentleman! I know things will be fine and I'm elated he's starting this chapter in life. I guess after 12 straight years with little deviation It's going to take a little time to adjust.

 

Tomustang, no more kids for me.

 

Slonez, you're exactly right, it's life.

 

Scrogg, phone time Is right. lol

 

Sam, I already have some games picked out!

 

MCS, enjoy your kiddo(s) each and everyday. The times you have heard "where has the time gone?" Is very true.