Not forever, mind you.
Still, saying goodbye to my son will be difficult. I have another hour before he comes to pick me up at the hotel to take me to see my little grandson one more time before I fly out to Ontario from British Columbia.
I would much rather pull a blanket over my head and tuck myself back into my bed than have to face the emotions that will undoubtedly hit me like a tsunami.
There will be tears and plenty of them. It will be another year or so before I get to come for visit.
However, I am extremely grateful for having the opportunity to meet my baby's baby–to take part in his day to day life for the few days I am here. He's such a beautiful little guy... an easy, happy, laid back 6 month old. I am leaving with a mindful and heartful of memories.
I haven't asked my son's permission to post a picture. I want to be "anonymous" until I get my Steemit sea legs and until then I won't be sharing personal photos.
All my bags are packed and I'm ready to go (sounds like a song doesn't it? I'll probably have that in my head all day now, great).
I went out on my balcony to say goodbye to my mountains–yes I have taken the liberty of "owning" them. I said goodbye to the big dipper that was shining in the night sky (for me of course) and the cold crisp clean mountain air.
goodbye to my view - a dusting of snow
Here are some of pictures of our last trail walk around Alice Lake Provincial Park.
A peak at Alice Lake
The other side of Alice Lake - beautiful blue sky reflection
Stump Lake - actually is full of fallen trees
Misty Mountain Surround
Beautifully, tearfully poignant...
I remember multiple times crying my eyes out while driving away from waving grandchildren... Didn't ever think I could love anyone that much! :0
Sweetie, you do own them, don't you know?
I pray that our LORD will comfort your heart as you depart... :)
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As usual - you make me cry.....good tears. Thanks for your thoughtful encouragement.
No one can understand the love of a child than a parent....and even more so, grandparent for grandchildren.....it's different but the same.
Thank you @creatr
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Nice to hear back from you, and wishing you the best, always. ;) :)
You've reminded me of an article I want to write... about how our family relationships are intended to make clear to us just how much Jesus does love us... ;)
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I hope I don't miss it. Looking forward to reading your article. :)
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I feel so sorry for you...my son will be leaving for university next year and then I will be crying.....
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Oh boy, that's tough too....I have gone through three leaving the nest....it's okay to cry and miss them. Enjoy the now time watching him grow slowly away from the nest.
Thanks for your validation.
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to add onto the Russian quote, the tongue is numb, the salmon are dying and there's snow on the ground. It all seems so sad and dismal, but there's hope for next year and the memories of this time spent with them :)
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Thanks for translating that for me @johnjgeddes. I could tell you a salmon story, but eh, I won't.
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you're welcome :)
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Its very hard to do, I really feel for you :( You need to move closer to them. Your pictures are gorgeous, such beautiful scenery :)
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Thank you @karenb54 for dropping by with some encouragement. I really appreciate it.
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Your welcome. Hope you managed to get through it ok :)
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I did. It's just the normal emotions of missing someone. I'm home and ready for my day. Thanks !
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Glad your home safely :)
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Very beautiful nature. This forest.
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It is incredible. Maybe you can visit one day.
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Не то что нечего сказать, а тупо нечего, именно сейчас на данный момент и вроде дата прощания известно, но как оно приходит просто немеет язык и мы молчим когда нужно оорать, а потом просто водопад но уже поздно метать икру ......
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Thanks for your words altho I don't understand them @johnjgeddes translated and it sounded lovely.
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That's a beautiful place!
For some reason over half of the people I follow got removed from my feed, so I haven't been seeing your posts. I had to search you out and follow you again. A lot of other users have had this problem, too.
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Yes, I know. I'ave had this happen to me for the last few days. It's supposed to be fixed by now. But.....go on steemit chat - general. There are some good people who will help.
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Beautiful photos! Looks like a place I'd like to paint.
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Oh yes you would. It's a painter's paradise. Maybe one day!
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Beautiful photos and much more beautiful memories for you, I'm sure! Glad to hear all went well.
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Thanks @cognoscere. I am full and very tired.
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Really lovely photos
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Thanks @benjojo. It's a very special place for me.
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Yes, goodbyes are terribly hard. Hope the sting lessens soon and you'll be able to plan for the next visit!
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Me too!!! Thanks for commiserating @rebeccamorgan.
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