We had family up from Texas to spend some time. We spent many hours just hanging out, eating like rock stars, playing, and telling the old family stories.
Last night, we said goodbye to them.
My young nephew, a truly sensitive soul, got very sad.
"I hate goodbyes," he said as a few large tears dripped from his eyes.
"Don't worry,time passes quickly and we will see everyone soon," his mom said.
"Don't be sad, summer will be here before you know it," his uncle said.
His cousins hugged him and tickled him and the tears receded, only to return every few minutes as the time for the real goodbyes got closer.
I snuggled in close with him for a few minutes and I wanted to say, "I get it kiddo, I am going to miss you guys so much too! Summer seems a long way off and grown ups always say stuff like that."
But I didn't want to fuel his tear production.
So, I said, "I love you so much!"
He said, "I love you so much too!"
And he gave me an extra squeeze.
He knew that I knew that he was right. Goodbyes are tough.Tough enough to warrant some tears sometimes.
The bond of family- another everyday miracle and a blessing to me. (come on summer!)
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