August 25, 2012. Thursday morning my wife took my daughter down to Riverside to move into her first college dorm. I knew it would be hard to see her move out, but I had no idea how hard. Her entire life has been playing through my mind; from the first time I saw her break out into the world, helpless and cold, to her first day of school, to her first banquet...the years go by like chapters of a novel, and I can't help wondering if I could have been a better dad. Nevertheless, she is loved by everyone she meets, has a heart of gold, and the world will be a better place with her in it. Can you tell I'm proud of her? I love you, Amanda, and I will miss your daily hugs and hearing your funny stories at the dinner table. Have a wonderful year as you meet new friends and experience new adventures. All our prayers and love, Dad
Over the tracks
August 25, 2012. Thursday morning my wife took my daughter down to Riverside to move into her first college dorm. I knew it would be hard to see her move out, but I had no idea how hard. Her entire life has been playing through my mind; from the first time I saw her break out into the world, helpless and cold, to her first day of school, to her first banquet...the years go by like chapters of a novel, and I can't help wondering if I could have been a better dad. Nevertheless, she is loved by everyone she meets, has a heart of gold, and the world will be a better place with her in it. Can you tell I'm proud of her? I love you, Amanda, and I will miss your daily hugs and hearing your funny stories at the dinner table. Have a wonderful year as you meet new friends and experience new adventures. All our prayers and love, Dad
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Yes I know, I have been there as well (is it already four years now that our daughter moved out?). Don't worry, you'll never loose that girl in your heart, and you'll get a fine young woman back as well.
With that, she probably had the best parents imaginable.
Rob, I have been a witness to your parenting skills from the first time I saw you and Carrie with Amanda...you are both amazing parents with God's help every step of the way! I miss Amanda too and am sad to not see her this time when I visit but am looking forward to seeing Micah and you and Carrie! The sketch is great by the way...and PS be ready for a fresh peach pie;) Love, Mom
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