What lies ahead of you and what lies behind you
are nothing compared to what lies within you.
I lay awake at night thinking about the upcoming graduation ceremony at my sons school. He is in Grade 12, but I am unsure if he will be participating in this graduation. That leaves me with a lump in my throat and a heavy heart.
I am also left with an enormous feeling of fear. My son is a young adult who will soon be out of his own. The fear comes from the fact that he doesnt have the maturity, responsibility and life skills that he needs. I try not to see it as a failure by his Dad and I, but sometimes its hard.
I am also left with an enormous feeling of fear. My son is a young adult who will soon be out of his own. The fear comes from the fact that he doesnt have the maturity, responsibility and life skills that he needs. I try not to see it as a failure by his Dad and I, but sometimes its hard.
It makes it so much harder to accept because I know the greatness that lies within Austin. He is a brilliant, talented and focused young man when he puts his mind to it. There are times in his life that he appears wise beyond his years. He has a smile that lights up the room, and a sense of humor that I get....and love. He has a heart of gold with the best of intentions at times. Austin loves his little brother and sister and it fills my heart with such pride to see him so kind and loving towards them. He has great goals and a wonderful vision for his future. All of these good qualities are one day going to help him reach the potential that is within him.
Until he realizes that potential and takes the scary steps into adulthood I will continue to hold my breath....and love him unconditionally
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