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October 2009 
My son is coming home!
Posted on Jun 17th, 2009
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Centria
Centria
It's been a year and a half since we've seen Christopher in three-dimensional physical reality. And I can't wait until this weekend when he arrives.
He'll be bringing with him his girlfriend of nine months, a young woman from South Korea. It will be so interesting to see them both together, to learn more about her, and to just re-connect again.
He's twenty seven now, the oldest of our two kids. He's in a PhD program in San Diego and has been really working hard for the last two years. He wasn't expecting to get a master's degree (the actual diploma) but the department head called and asked what name to put on it. So he'll have his master's degree by the time he gets home! (I think...maybe the following week.)
When the kids were growing up, I sometimes compared them by saying that one was my heart; the other was my spirit. But as they've grown into young adults (Kiah is now twenty three and living in NYC since January) it keeps getting mixed-up. The one who was the spirit, becomes the heart, and then visa versa. But mostly they just keep becoming their own unique individuals. Separate from us...but then again what really is ever separate from us in the larger picture of love?
They both make us very proud. And, since they live on opposite coasts, provide more opportunities for travel! (sayeth the gypsy.) I am starting to plan a possible trip out to San Diego for next Thanksgiving.
The airplane should land before 9 p.m. on Saturday night. A very happy mom and dad will await the arrivals out of the gate. So happy for the next week together.
He'll be bringing with him his girlfriend of nine months, a young woman from South Korea. It will be so interesting to see them both together, to learn more about her, and to just re-connect again.
He's twenty seven now, the oldest of our two kids. He's in a PhD program in San Diego and has been really working hard for the last two years. He wasn't expecting to get a master's degree (the actual diploma) but the department head called and asked what name to put on it. So he'll have his master's degree by the time he gets home! (I think...maybe the following week.)
When the kids were growing up, I sometimes compared them by saying that one was my heart; the other was my spirit. But as they've grown into young adults (Kiah is now twenty three and living in NYC since January) it keeps getting mixed-up. The one who was the spirit, becomes the heart, and then visa versa. But mostly they just keep becoming their own unique individuals. Separate from us...but then again what really is ever separate from us in the larger picture of love?
They both make us very proud. And, since they live on opposite coasts, provide more opportunities for travel! (sayeth the gypsy.) I am starting to plan a possible trip out to San Diego for next Thanksgiving.
The airplane should land before 9 p.m. on Saturday night. A very happy mom and dad will await the arrivals out of the gate. So happy for the next week together.
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You're making me weepy with this maternal post, Kathy. My own mother and I are very close and we speak on the phone weekly. I saw my family last Christmas and a LOT of picture taking happened to soften the distance.
I'm happy for your connection to your intelligent son. Seems the apple doesn't fall far from the tree, does it? :-)
Hi Paul! Yes, it is kind of a maternal post, isn't it? I forgot to say that we talk on the phone weekly (and sometimes more than that) and we've been through a jab of playing Scrabble on Facebook. He's a cool kid and you're right, pretty darn smart. But also smart in matters of the heart. How wonderful that you and your mom are close. When we're far apart from loved ones, we do need to find ways to soften the distance.
Oh Kathy, how wonderful for you and your husband. To not see your child for 1 and a half year is quite a long time (has it been that long already since you went to San Diego last?) I quess time goes fast, it's been a year since Melissa left for the States (she only stayed away 3 months though).
Well it calls for celebration and happy times. Exciting to meet his girlfriend. How long are they going to stay?
Well I'm sure you'll be blogging about it. please keep us posted dear.
Hugs,
Lucienne
It IS a long time, isn't it? I am glad that we have such a spiritual/emotional bond that sustains…but it will be fun to actually hug and talk and see the essence of his physicality. They are going to come Saturday night and leave on Friday. We've been blessed to see Kiah quite a bit in the past year, though, so I suppose things evenout! Has it really only been a year since Melissa left for the States? I still remember the beauty of your girl. Ahhh, our children… Love & hugs to you, too! Kathy
how very, very exciting! enjoy!
Thank you, Nicole. It IS exciting. Just kinda have to get the house cleaned up… That's the good part about company coming. It gives one the incentive to do the vaccuuming and dusting and such. Only a couple more days now…
I'm weepy too, Paul. You know, Kathy, I'm sure your children are proud of their parents too! I can sense from your words in this blog the love that you have for your children - I feel the largeness and warmth of a mother's heart. Enjoy your time together! ;-D
Oh, you weepy guys… smiling… don't get me started this early in the morning!
Actually, I asked Chris if his girlfriend was nervous meeting us. He said, “no, I told her you guys were the most laid-back and nicest folks you could meet.”
That was a compliment coming from your kid! Guess we'll have to behave…no…just kidding! It was nice he would say that, though. Thanks, John.
this is going to be so much fun for you….I'm glad.
Tomorrow I will be driving to Ann Arbor to pick up our son. He too will be 27 on July 3rd. It will be nice to have him home again…for a bit…until he scoots again after he takes his bar exam in late July.
Kathy, I trust you will have a wonderful week with your son and his friend, I'm sure you will. That is an awesome answer: “no, I told her you guys were the most laid-back and nicest folks you could meet.”
What more can you wish for as a parent! Have fun!
I always had a problemetic relationship with my mom (to put it mildly) and i was so touched and surprised when my daughter when a teenager answered in her friendsbook the question who is your favourite person : My mom. I could hardly believe it but it's true. What a blessing!
Maze: you will never forget my birthday now, it's July 3rd as well!
Pass the Kleenex —phlewwwww!
So nice having the “kids' come home.
Funny how they turn out different than they started out or our version of what we thought they would do/become – a constant surprise. They have some secrets now.
It's 9:45 now, so I imagine you've hugged him and his girlfriend by now. Have fun. (((hugs))
Have a wonderful time with your son and his gf :))) You have a lovely family dear Kathy…
Hey Tom sounds like we're having a little similar experience, both sons about the same age, both home from their schooling for awhile. You have an awesome time!
Lucienne, how lovely that your daughter could say that her mom was her favorite person. How many moms will hear that? It is an awesome tribute and gift…
Mimi and Asteri: thank you! Yes, they've all been properly hugged. (Well, maybe not a melting hug with the girlfriend, as she might have been a little alarmed!) She is REALLY nice. Has such a lovely smile, a quick laugh, a genuine interest in life. She gave us a gift: two little wooden figures from South Korea.
And Christopher seems so relaxed and happy to be home. Looking at all the new things since he last visited a year a half ago. He's shaved off all his hair a few years ago so it's sometimes a little disconcerting reconcilling the little boy with a mop of hair with this new fellow. They are constant surprises.
His girlfriend last night asked me about my “religion” and I could hardly formulate an answer. I thought she might be Buddhist, but she says her mother goes to temple sometimes. She asked me about the Native Americans and rituals. I told her about my years with them, and that my practice now is meditation. (except, really, that has gotten so spotty in the last year…)
They are still sleeping at 8 a.m. They're still on Pacific Time, so who knows when they'll get up? Thank you guys for listening and being a part of this homecoming.
I love how you look with all of those Target-esque rainbow dots all over you Centria :)
Ok, so I might like painting them on more…think think
must I decide??
Soooooooo glad that you are spending time with the children.
Glad you like the new look! Can't believe it's been almost a week already with the kids. They will soon be flying out on Friday morning. Today they are all out on a fishing trip on the lake…I have an important meeting tonight and have to work. Glad they brought lots of sunscreen! It's suppose to be hot & sunny.
Hugz and Happy Hot & Sunny Day (4th of July) to you and your family!
Hey, Amber, thank you! We're still hoping for hot and sunny days…but warm and partly-cloudy work as well. Gosh it seems like forever since Christopher and his girlfriend visited us. Hope you're enjoying your summer days. (summer daze?)