The joy of being a mom with a school-age daughter is that I learn something new every day! College Girl shares so many facts, stories, and anecdotes about her classes and studies. In the last few weeks my knowledge has expanded on the topics of Thomas More, Augustine, the Greek Orthodox Church and the Gospel of Mark. I've also had a refresher on German verbs and discussed precipitation. When she gets home from school we chatter like two birds ~
I enjoy the exchange of ideas and information. It's an interesting stage of parenthood - I learn as much or more than I 'teach' now, unlike the days when she was in elementary school. Rare are the times I am asked for a definition or explanation.
We have discussions and debates, which are deep and varied. I think these discussions give us each an opportunity to reflect on why we think and feel the way we do about things. Since her reading is mandatory as opposed to pleasure, I share with her the books I am reading - a few of which I selected after talking to her about a particular topic.
At the close of each day, I am grateful to still be learning~
I am glad to practice critical thinking, and to share my thoughts and feelings with this special young woman.
I am taking some time to recover from back problems. Thanks for visiting. Hope to be up and around soon.
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Nice post, it's always great to have kids that you can talk with. Love you rusty bird feeder.
ReplyDeleteJoAnn
You fill my heart with joy! Having been a teacher these words are like honey to my ears. You and your sweet daughter are so fortunate to have each other. You have a rare and special relationship, cherish and enjoy!
ReplyDeleteMy heart was filled with joy stopping by. Always grateful to share with those we care for. Love you analogy of chatter and birds. Very sweet. Good to be here.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it fun to have an adult daughter to share with? You are blessed to have that as am I..
ReplyDeleteIt is a joy to enter an adult relationship with a daughter/son. All those years of sacrifice and hard work as a parent are worth it!
ReplyDeleteVisiting form Spiritual Sundays. (I like the birds--my post features a cardinal.)
Have a blessed Sunday.
I loved reading about your relationship with your daughter. I have one in college, too, and love all of our discussions. Such sweetness.
ReplyDeleteOh Shawn! I love these photo of the sunset so much. They are breathtaking! And yay - Spring is right around the corner. We are supposed to get 50 degree weather with sun today! I am so happy!!! Good thing, because Katie goes back to school day after having her home for a week of spring break! I love hearing about your college girl, too. And that bird bath(is it a bird bath?) - it's just amazing!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI can hear your mother heart of joy! May you continue to share these special times.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post, Shawn! Your photos are beautiful and the story of you and college girl enjoying one another's company (in meaningful conversation) must be a real blessing for you!
ReplyDeleteShawn, I am missing you. Hope you are doing OK. When our daughter went to grad school in NM and came home for visits, it was just wonderful. I can so relate to your post. It is a precious time to be enjoyed by you two little birdies.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Linda
Wishing that you feel better soon!! Stunning photos...
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Deb