Hey Judy,
How do you mend your kid’s broken heart?
I’ve called for those check ins only a mom can make. Two weeks in and it’s better. Plans are made to move on. There’s a lilt to the voice that wasn’t there before.
Invitations to come home for dinner are still left unanswered, but home is here when it’s needed. We’re only a short drive away.
What do you do other than hope from afar that everything will be okay? We all know it’s a growing experience. It’s wading through the muck where the learning happens.
Sincerely,
Ally
Nerds Beget Nerds 
Yes, it is tough being a parent. Even or maybe especially from a distance. I’m sure you were glad to hear that lilt in her voice.
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this is really sweet – mindful of it being a part of “growing up” it still sucks. Thanks for sharing this and offering your kid space and care when needed. Hugs
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I didn’t go to my parents during breakups except for my divorce a couple years ago. I wish I had gone when I was younger. My mom was everything for me this last time. But we know that it’s ultimately something we have to do on our own! ❤️
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Yes, it is. I’m glad we’re all available to support if needed.
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Whew – one of life’s worst heartaches is watching your children suffering heartbreak. Other than reminding them how much you love them and “home is here when it’s needed, ” time must do the rest. Plus staying busy. I am encouraged by the return of the lilt in the voice!
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Fran, thank you for the encouraging words. The lilt gets better every day. It’s hard to watch, but reassuring that all will be well.
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Home is here when it’s needed—that line and sentiment…❤️
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This is lovely and so touching. Isn’t that returning lilt to the voice so heartening? I’m sure they know you are there for them, and that’s what matters. My mom was a huge comfort and support to me, but I never turned to her in heartache — I don’t know why, only that I think it’s very normal. Here’s to a happier spring for them!
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Thank you Amy. I check in as needed. All is well, just a rough patch of life. I think being available is the best thing to do without overstepping and meddling. Like I always say to both kids, “It’s better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it.” I had no idea it would take on a different meaning other than taking a jacket to school on a weird weather day.
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I bet it’s so hard to be a mom and know your kid is hurting and not be able to fix it. She knows you love her and you’re there whenever she needs you to listen, give advice, or just hold her when she cries. Hang in there!
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It’s so hard because you don’t want them to struggle although we all know it helps us in the long run. Gotta get through it.
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