Senioritis.
It's come to our home.
In full force.
I don't like it.
And it's not pretty.
June 20.
That's when she graduates.
I fear this will get worse before it gets better.
And the question is:
will my patience and understanding last that long?
We still have to get through Prom.
And Senior Day.
And the Senior Trip.
And another month of early dismissals.
And sending out announcements.
And the attitude... the senior attitude -
we have to get through that, too.
My mom arrives on June 9.
I only have to hang on till then.
She can take over from there.
And she will keep me grounded.
Thank God for mothers.
My prayer is that someday Alyssa will say the same.
And thus, the countdown has begun because it's that time of year.
(no pictures today, because to be honest... I'm not in the mood.)
Hang in there! It's a part of the process I think it happens so you start wanting them to go so you don't fall apart when they leave.
It was senior Sunday today at my church...next year it will be my turn. I wouldn't even listen to the sermon just didn't want to think about the inevitable.
Hey look up...GA comes back this week!!!
Posted by: lucinda | April 20, 2008 at 07:20 PM
I can understand so well!! I am going through the same things times two! I have twin girls. I am not looking forward to the summer, either. Oh the attitude, boy do we have the attitude. I can remember when they were such nice girls. I do enjoy hearing about it from another Mom. It makes me feel so not alone :)
Posted by: Holly | April 18, 2008 at 06:35 PM
Oh my . . . I remember how bad my senioritis got after spring break! I'm feeling for you and hoping you have some sanity left by the time September hits!
Posted by: heather | April 18, 2008 at 06:33 PM
Hang in there, Mommy! This only happens once....luckily. LOL!
Posted by: slammie | April 18, 2008 at 02:20 PM
I went through it last year and it isn't easy with a son either! But now that he's in college, he's matured and becoming very responsible. So just hang in there - it will get better!
Sue in Alexandria VA
Posted by: Sue | April 18, 2008 at 11:08 AM
This is definitely a unique time in your life and in hers. I hope it all goes as smoothly as possible! I am still thrilled for you that your mom is coming---it will be awesome!!!
Posted by: Amy Sorensen | April 18, 2008 at 12:05 AM