Long Distance Hugs SOLC 2013 #26 of 31

I remember the busyness and craziness of when my kids were little.  Rushing here and there, juggling schedules, kissing hurts, and celebrating joys filled my days.  I thought those days were hard, but now I realize that those days were easy.  When my kids were hurt, it usually involved a little Neosporin, and a bandaid topped off with a kiss and a hug.  It's not so easy now.

When our children grow up, we quickly realize that hurts require much more than a bandaid. Right now I want to reach across the ocean and give Annie a hug.  I think that would be good for both of us.


Thanks to Ruth and Stacey for hosting Slice of Life Challenge.   Check out their website to read more slices.

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  1. Those days were easy - in comparison. All of it is hard when you love so much and they have pain.

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  2. Yes, it is hard - near impossible - to ease the hurts and challenges that come their way as they grow. There are times when I wish I could do more; however, I remind myself, and you, that what we did day after day for many years contributes to what they decide and how they react each day....hang in there mamma!

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  3. So right there with you. I hate long distance parenting. Especially when they are going through a hard time or when they just really need a hug. I spent part of this afternoon making and mailing an Easter basket because I am missing my long distance kiddo so much!

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  4. Oh I don't know what I would do! I am trying to convince my little man that he doesn't want to go on an out of state hunt with his dad. Can't stand him too far away!

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  5. So sweet to tell us so we can give you a hug too, Julie. I hope that hug for Annie helps both of you.

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  6. Oh, I hope everything is okay with Annie. I love how you framed this slice - I'm in those days of a little bandaid and kiss and hug and everything is okay. I can't imagine what you're experiencing now so far away and the only thing you want to do is give her a hug.

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  7. It was a much needed hug. Thanks mom :)

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