This text was written for posting on Monday, but our internet service has been down and was just recently restored…so better late than never!
I am grieving today and God has shown me where the pain comes from: it’s the finality. At 7:00 this morning our daughter Samantha left for California with her Prince Charming. They’ve been married for over a month now and I knew this was coming, but when they left here with their pick-up loaded full of her stuff…even the stuff that has been stored in our garage since she left for college, it hit me: my little girl’s gone…that and the fact that California is a long, long way from Sumner, IL (way over 2 hours!). Many of you know me…I welcome change; I think change is essential, but the finality is hard. It is one thing to change with the safety net of going back if it doesn’t work out…but she’s not daddy’s little girl anymore; never will be. She now has someone else to call when her car is making a noise; someone else to ‘fix’ her problems; someone else who loves her at least as much as I do: bottom line is I’ve been replaced…at least part of me has. But that’s okay…I guess…I have four other girls and the youngest will probably not ride into the sunset with her Prince Charming for another 18 to 24 years. And who knows, maybe then it will be time for a fat boy!
I am grieving today and God has shown me where the pain comes from: it’s the finality. At 7:00 this morning our daughter Samantha left for California with her Prince Charming. They’ve been married for over a month now and I knew this was coming, but when they left here with their pick-up loaded full of her stuff…even the stuff that has been stored in our garage since she left for college, it hit me: my little girl’s gone…that and the fact that California is a long, long way from Sumner, IL (way over 2 hours!). Many of you know me…I welcome change; I think change is essential, but the finality is hard. It is one thing to change with the safety net of going back if it doesn’t work out…but she’s not daddy’s little girl anymore; never will be. She now has someone else to call when her car is making a noise; someone else to ‘fix’ her problems; someone else who loves her at least as much as I do: bottom line is I’ve been replaced…at least part of me has. But that’s okay…I guess…I have four other girls and the youngest will probably not ride into the sunset with her Prince Charming for another 18 to 24 years. And who knows, maybe then it will be time for a fat boy!
Preacher,
ReplyDeleteYou made me laugh with the "Way over two hours away"! I feel famous! Know that Sam will always be your little girl and though she has someone to love her and to be her go to guy, he will never be the same as her "Daddy"! You have not been replaced. The circle of life is continuing on. Look at it this way, the blessing is that the new husband can handle all the problems now and you can enjoy your relationship with Sam and your new Son-in-law. I will keep you & Jill in prayer as you adjust to this new phase of your life. Meanwhile, what are those youngin's up to! Love you guys!
JW is right you have not been replaced. It doesn't matter how old us girls get nobody can take the place in our hearts where we hold our Daddy! Daddies are just too special!
ReplyDeleteThanks girls...I know in my heart I can't and won't be replaced...just didn't feel like it Monday. Besides, after having a 2 yr old walk the floors most of last night crying for her momma, I am ready to give up my position! (just kidding)
ReplyDeleteI'm a little late is joining in, but I totally agree! The bond between daughter & Father can never be broken....just like the bond between us and God will never be broken.
ReplyDeleteI too agree with JW,my "Daddy" will always remain very special in my heart, and so very thankful that he loved me enough to see that I had a christian home to live in. Don't worry she will still need some DADDY advice in her life yet.
ReplyDeleteDL - I was also blessed to be in a Christian home with loving parents. I have something for you to consider - or anyone to consider who loves children - check out CASA in your county. It's an organization who works with children who have been neglected or abused. I've recently went thru training and just finished my first case and it's something I plan on staying involved in. (Commercial is now over - thanks for your time.)
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