Yesterday, when D. and I left Mama and Daddy’s, Alex told us that he was going to stay at their house for two days.
Early this afternoon, when D. called to check on the little man, Alex announced that he was going to stay at their house for three days.
And a few hours ago, when I called to tell Alex good night, he informed me that he’s planning to stay at their house for four days.
At this rate, all I know to do is to pray that he decides to come home before he starts preschool in the fall.
By the way: did I mention that yesterday, after lunch, Alex grabbed my hand, looked in my eyes, and said, “Mama? Can you leave now, please?”
It was a tender moment. Oh yes it was.
Heheh. Too cute.
I freaking loved your post about the greatness of the new grocery store. I lived in Waco for a while where H-E-B is the big grocery store. On the fancy schmancy side of town, there’s a grocery store everyone calls the Taj-Ma-Heeeeb. Because it’s that fantastic and huge. And you know what? It was a total treat to go shopping there because I lived on the wrong side of the tracks.
My three-year-old says that to me every time she has to use the potty. I’m okay with it.
When our autistic WonderBoy was beginning to speak (age 5 or so), I took him for a visit to my parents’ house. He recognized their street before we turned onto it and exclaimed, “Dis is Gran an’ Grandad’s! An’ I’m gonna bisit dem! An I’m gonna say guhbye ta Mama!”, meaning that he wanted me to leave him there. I still get a little misty remembering one of his first verbal outbursts of joy. Thanks for the prompt.
Oh, and I hope Alex comes home in time for Christmas.
You had me going with the homesick title…so sorry he’s missing you like that. But what a blessing to have parents like that! Yes indeedy, not everyone has such a gift. Now, if I were you I’d take me a little trip somewhere….all by myself :) or with my Chris! Oh what a joy…I think I’m going to bed with dreams of grandparents’ baby-sitting in my head.
Oh that must just crumple your heart! I can hear the crunch and crackle of it from here.
Time for some Girly Therapy. Give yourself a pedicure, watch a romantic comedy when you’d usually be watching Barney and eat massive amounts of chocolate and/or ice cream – STAT!
Nancy
Awww!!! It’s great that he loves being with his grandparents though. And I’m sure it’s great for you and D, even though I KNOW you miss him terribly. Enjoy the free time though.
♥Trista
Oh, you handle this much better than I. I get all needy and off balance and it shows. Not pretty on a Momma.
Blessings,
~Toni~
I hope Alex has as good of a time at “camp” as Jackson did. Jacksons’ parents went away for a week and Jackson went to stay at Beth Moores’ (granny) home. There are a few stories on the LPM Blog.
My girls always liked to go away for a few days, the difference being–Eldest wanted to know date and time to the minute that we would be back to pick her up; Youngest didn’t really care if we came back or not as long as Eldest disappeared at some point.
Feeling those strings break can be excruciating!!
My 4 year old is always ready for me to go, too – does the heart good, doesn’t it?
Sigh. They don’t even say goodbye to me. The second we arrive someplace they want to be I might as well be a piece of furniture because I am relegated to “bored with you” status.
It is great that he loves his time there…and who wouldn’t love being totally spoiled a few days? I know I would.
So I guess it’s up to you to spoil y’self! Enjoy!
As a fairly new grandparent myself, I have to tell you nothing makes me feel better than knowing Cameron loves coming to my house. So I know this tickles your mama and daddy half to death.
I must do your parents good to have him want to stay. I sometimes wonder when my mom got to be so fun. I don’t remember her being quite that fun when I was a kid. No wonder my kids love to go to her house and never want to return. The ice cream for breakfast gets them everytime. Not once did I ever get ice cream for breakfast. Not once!
I am so looking forward to next week when the head little princess of my heart comes for 2, 3, 4 or whatever days. It’s all one on one next week and I am taking my vitamins and stocking up on craft supplies. 5 year olds must stay busy. And 55 year olds!
Clearly, he’s being fed a steady diet of doughnuts, soda, cake and cookies. Why else would he want you to leave…so he could get started on the buffet!!
I know how you feel. I shipped my little ones off to Mom and Dad’s yesterday. There was no crying as they left me, just bye Mommy. We are going to have fun. I guess fun is non-existent when at home out of the watchful eye of mama and papa. I was also husbandless because he is on second shift. I went to the gym for fun. Not sure what that says about me. Think I’ll go get a pedicure tonight!!!!
I hear ya! My son and daughter have always been that way, “Are you going to leave now? Do I have to go home?” etc etc. It’s a good thing that I know that they like me, or I might take it personally.
Such a sweet blessing!
He feels safe…and is having a great time. And yes, he misses you…but knows you are loving him from afar!
Diane
That sounds like my kids with my parents. Sometimes I wonder if they’ll ever come home. Thank goodness for Grandparents… He sure knew what He was doing when He thought that one up :-)
I remember those days! My oldest (10) is at Camp Mamaw this week. And Mamaw is taking her to horseback lessons. My youngest(7) is on his way this afternoon to Camp Grammy for a few days. I have been painting my kitchen and have cleaning the bonus room on the list for next. I’m thankful as I’m sure you are for grandparents that will watch them and enjoy them being there. I have friends with 10 year olds that have never spent the night away from home. That’s just CRAZY!!
That’s exactly what my kids do when I drop them off at my mom’s house. And when I come to pick them up, they run crying, “No Mommy! We want to stay at Nanny’s! It’s more fun here!” Oh yes, it’s just the self-esteem boost I need.
And my kids go to my mom’s house two days a week. And this happens. Every. Time. Even the 18 mo. old runs away (after giving me a hug!). I must be a really boring mommy.
Eventually Alex will miss you. Here’s to hoping!
That is too cute! I bet your mama and daddy are loving every minute! Precious.
I’m out of town and have missed approx. five posts and more than 250 comments. wow. I won’t get to really check blogs over the next 10 days so I can only imagine what I will miss.
Have fun without the little man. My little bits and itty bits are being troopers being hauled all over Texas; we may need a few days apart after this is all over with.
i know exactly how you feel! yesterday when I went to the girls’ room to say goodbye before work, chatterbox said “go ‘way mommy!” and turned excitedly to the nanny. kids are so fickle.
I think my kids have been talking with yours… It’s a conspiracy I tell you! Can’t they act as if they miss us just a little bit? IS THAT TOO MUCH TO ASK?!!!
My girls went to the Grandparents for 2 weeks this summer (this was a first for them). The first few nights they called and wanted me to sing to them. After that I don’t think they even asked to call me! What’s up with kids growing up and not “needing” their Mommy’s. But, when I did finally see them, they both busted out in tears. Yea, they missed me! Your little guy will be all about Mommy when he comes home.
Blessing,
Georgia Mom
I drove by your place of shopping and aisle walking and eating (from your story) today and thought, “I wish I had a friend to walk the aisles with me and have lunch!” Next time, I’ll have to plan my day away from the kids better and call a friend!
Have a wonderful evening!
Holly
We had my almost 5 year old tested for speach problems at the school. I stayed with him while he was being tested and he kept saying to me “You can go to work now, Mama” He said it to me about 3 or 4 times. Oh the joys of raising a secure child.
Oh… I can so relate. My daughter, who is 7, informed the entire chidren’s church staff and kids that the best thing about church camp was being away from her mom. Ouch!! LOL!! At least they are well adjusted????????????
Oh that is funny!!
My oldest son (7yrs old) has been at my parents since last week. I have called him everday and on the 3 day he said “Mom why do you keep calling me EVERYDAY!!” – LOL!!
Then he proceeded to ask if he could stay another week…
Oh my!!! :)
Kim
And you people are complaining about this why??? We don’t have any family around to take our kids. Uh, not that I’m trying to get rid of them or anything, but a break is a well deserved break. And you know once they come off that sugar high they will be wanting the mama.
aww. thank God for tender moments……. =)
That is marvelous! (And he’s sobbing on the inside. I just know it.)
SNORT!!!!!