So Sad :(

[Lucy]

Over 11 1/2 years ago I started watching a newborn girl. She was one of those situations where you feel an instant bond. I don't know exactly how to explain it. I mean, I always love the babies, but there have been a few where I felt a deeper, almost motherly bond. Anyway, this girl was one of those. (Yes, she's fine. This isn't a story about something terrible happening!) Anyway, she will be 12 in October, and her parents feel (rightfully so) that she is able to stay home. I'm so proud of how she has grown up to be a bright, responsible girl; I feel I had a big part in that! But at the same time, I'm so sad that she won't be coming on a daily basis. Oh, I'll be in contact, yes, but it won't be the same. End of an era. Sigh. I really feel like she's my own kid and I will miss her terribly.

[melskids]

can you "hire" her as a helper? thats what i plan on doing when my one long time dc girl is ready to "leave".

[cyerob]

It's hard but you have to move on. You did a Great job of raising here and for that you should be happy.

[Meeko]

Been there/done that Joyce!

It can be so hard to let go and yet at the same time, it can be very satisfying knowing you have helped raise a lovely young lady.

But it's not really goodbye....you'll keep in touch. I love staying in touch with my "oldies". Some of mine have kids of their own now.

[sharlan]

Oh, how I understand that one.

I have a beautiful young lady that I started watching at 3 DAYS. I kept her until she turned 14 so I could take her back and forth to school. She has gone on all of our family vacations for the past 17 yrs, even to Hawaii. We joined her family in celebrating her 17th bd last Sunday.

She comes over once a week and cooks dinner for us.

[Lucy]

Mel.. yes, I thought about having her come for certain things where I might need help. I've never really needed help before, but it would be a good excuse to have her come over!!!


Meek... I have actually watched 2 kids of my former DC boy. DC boy was 8 when he first came. He got married early (girlfriend was pregnant - oops) and they now have 2 kids who are 3 and 1. I have watched them off and on for a couple years. Not quite the same feeling though because this boy was 8, but my almost 12 yr old gal I helped raise from practically birth. But that would be awesome if I was still doing DC when she's 25 and has her own kids!! Well, that would mean 13 more yrs of DC.... maybe not!!! LOL


Wow Sharlan... that's so cool. I know I will be close to this girl for a long time too.

[CheekyChick]

I'm sorry...

I hate when those extra special ones leave.

[mom2many]

This is always the hardest part! I hate it when this happens and you should feel great about how she's turned out.

I still keep in contact with many of my dcks that are all grown up. One just had a baby of her own a few months ago! Boy did that make me feel old!!!!!

[sharlan]

Mel.. yes, I thought about having her come for certain things where I might need help. I've never really needed help before, but it would be a good excuse to have her come over!!!


Meek... I have actually watched 2 kids of my former DC boy. DC boy was 8 when he first came. He got married early (girlfriend was pregnant - oops) and they now have 2 kids who are 3 and 1. I have watched them off and on for a couple years. Not quite the same feeling though because this boy was 8, but my almost 12 yr old gal I helped raise from practically birth. But that would be awesome if I was still doing DC when she's 25 and has her own kids!! Well, that would mean 13 more yrs of DC.... maybe not!!! LOL


Wow Sharlan... that's so cool. I know I will be close to this girl for a long time too.

She's here now. I ran an errand and came home to find her sitting on my sofa. She's cooking dinner tonight.

[broncomom1973]

Im sure you hold a special place in her heart too

[sharlan]

Im sure you hold a special place in her heart too

I think so.