Between Naps on the Porch: A Mother's Heart...

Nov 26, 2008

A Mother's Heart...

I'm missing my "little boy" this Thanksgiving. He and Teddy Ruxpin had matching pj's the Christmas this was taken. :-)

This will be the first Thanksgiving my son hasn't been able to be home for the holiday. He's several states away in his first year of law school, studying very hard and preparing for finals which start next week. He and his precious sweetheart, are so missed in this house today! But they have promised to be home for Christmas...and this mother's heart is counting the days.

43 Comments:

At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: OH SUSAN,WHAT A HANDSOME YOUNG MAN AND LOVELY DAUGHTER IN LAW TO BE.I KNOW YOU'LL MISS THEM SO MUCH.BUT I ALSO KNOW HOW PROUD YOU ARE OF HIM...ANN
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , lvroftiques said...: Awww I'm sorry Susan...That has to be hard! But your baby will be home soon. Is that his wife or his sweetie? Aren't they a darling couple! And that picture of him and Teddy R in their matching PJ's is too cute!! Looks like your son's been handsome from the get go! Must take after his mama! *winks* Vanna
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Glenda said...: I hope I will also get to see him at Christmas. I miss all the calls when we compared notes on the Nintendo games when he was seven or eight. He could always get further, faster than me on all of them.
I'm sure you will be talking with him, so please give him my best. Please tell that sweet lady he is keeping company with, that I hope they both have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: I had the same pajamas (in our home we called them jammies:)
Happy Thanksgiving!
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Confessions of a Plate Addict said...: Evening Susan...What a handsome young man and his sweetie is beautiful! I know you will miss him. Yes, as they get older, it gets harder to get everybody together for the holidays! My sweet little grandson is at his dad's in Texas and has left a big ol' hole in my heart this Thanksgiving. But he will be here for Christmas. Hurry up Christmas! Happy Thanksgiving...Debbie
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...: What a great fine looking man you have there Susan..and girl I do feel for you..as I will not have one of my girls for Thanksgiving or Christmas..just my speical grand daughter Candace and me..even Len is going to his family for the day..God bless you dear friend..love Teddy I have clothes for mine also...how silly am I?? hugs and smiles Gloria
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Your son is so handsome, Susan. It gets more difficult to get everyone together at Thanksgiving. We usually all try to make it for Christmas. That's one reason why our Thanksgiving celebration started last Friday with the munchkins at daycare, continued through Sunday with brunch and finally Thanksgiving dinner Friday with a few of the kids. But Christmas we will be together, at our house, if all goes according to plan.

I know how you must miss him.

Happy Thanksgiving!
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: I'll be thinking of you Sweet Susan. I'm so thankful for you and the friend you've become. It's been fun to exchange stories of our "boys". Love the striped PJ's. I know that you and chip will be together in your hearts.
love,Carol
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Jan said...: I know how it is with sons, Susan. Mine are 1800 and 8500 miles away, respectively, with their families and I won't see them until December, when we will all meet at my Mother's. Your son is a very handsome young man, with his Mother's beautiful smile. His sweetie looks like she is adoring of him, you can see it in the sincerity of her smile. His pajama picture is priceless. Aren't we lucky to have those pictures and memories of our children when they were little? I will pass them on to the wives when the boys get over the "Enough Mom!" stage. I hope a phone call will help you and your husband with your missing him. Hugs and Happy Thanksgiving, Jan
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Four Paws and Co said...: Hang in there Susan, he'll be home before your know it! I love the pictures. He's sooo precious in his jammies, and grew up to be such a handsome man. They're really a gorgeous couple. We'll help to keep you company till he comes home! ☺ ♥ Diane
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Tomarie said...: My what a handsome son you have Susan!! I know how proud you must be of him and all that he has accomplished so far! And his sweetheart is a real beauty!:-)
I know he feels your love as you do his even though you are miles apart.
On this Thanksgiving holiday, I give THANKS to you Susan for being such a GIVING friend to all of us!
I will be thinking of you both and praying that Christmas gets here very soon! :-)
Love ya!
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) said...: Chip is so handsome.. and his sweetie is a beauty.. Hi kids.!!! I know you miss him terribly Susan. We're wondering if my daughter will get to be here as well. You have to be so proud of his accompolishments so far.. I can see a very bright future for him. Susan, I'm so thankful to call you friend!! From our home to yours we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving..wish you could come join us!! I'd let you do the tablescape.I promise to do the clean up!! :-)hugs ~lynne~
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Oh, Susan, I'm so sorry your son and his sweetie can't be with for Thanksgiving! He is so handsome and I know you're so proud of him. Hopefully he can come home soon!
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Carol said...: I'm sorry your son won't be home for Thanksgiving. I know you will be so thrilled to have him home for Christmas!
Blessings,
Carol
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Melissa Miller said...: Hi Susan, You have a gorgeous son! He sounds like a fine young man. I know how you feel about not seeing everyone. This is the first year we have decided not to travel. Just us, nice and quiet.
We are going to cook all day and are trying many recipes I got from fellow bloggers. Should be fun! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. ~Melissa :)
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , kenju said...: So cute in the first pic and so handsome in the second!!
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , Tammy said...: Aw...I feel your pain! I won't be seeing my daughter this Thanksgiving either. :(

But, we can be thankful together that they're healthy, smart & GOOD looking! lol

I love your site! Thanks for sharing all of your beautiful ideas!
At Wednesday, November 26, 2008 , imjacobsmom said...: Susan, I want to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. Your son was such a little cutie and now is a very handsome young man. You should be very proud of him - what an accomplishment - law school! Hang in there Christmas is just around the corner! ~ Robyn
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Anonymous said...: To Sweet Susan & all Moms not able to be with their children tomorrow ~~~ Not ever being blessed w/ children ourselves, I can only IMAGINE how badly you might be feeling if they won't be able to be with you tomorrow~~~~ BUUUUUT, the way I see it, how blessed you truly ARE, to have them to "MISS"! How WONDERFUL & ADMIRABLE that you have raised these wonderful young adults, & they are off on their own, seeking their own paths as you always hoped they would when the time came? I HOPE Y-O-U KNOW they will ALWAYS LOVE YOU MORE THAN ANYTHING!!! May I say I think it WILL be a "GOOD HOLIDAY" if you look at it THAT way, I think!!! MY thoughts are w. you, for ALL you did & sacrificed as the terriffic, loving, caring & sharing Moms you ARE/have been! Warmest blessings to THE HARDEST WORKERS on EARTH~~~ YOU MOMS!!! Love, Linda
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Terri Steffes said...: I feel your pain as my daughter will not be with us on Thanksgiving, however, I will see her this week. I am so glad I discovered your blog!
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Michelle said...: Susan,

I'm so sorry your beautiful son and soon to be daughter-in-law won't be with you this Thanksgiving but you are thankful that they will be home for Christmas. :) I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving though!!

Michelle, Mocha and Quincy
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Hi Susan and Happy Thanksgiving

I'm sorry he won't be with you...I don't know what that feels like yet, but surely will in five years time...I don't want to be there though, where do those little cherished babies we had go???

Sarah
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Bo said...: Hi dear Susan...What a great looking and accomplished young man your son is...I can understand the longing you have in your ♥ for him...I lost my only child Chad, the morning of his 34th birthday in a car wreck...that was 8 years ago so my precious grandson is all I have left of him. Sorry, didn't mean to write a sob story...
Hugs from one lonely mom to another, Bo
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , ksarra said...: Hi Susan, EVERY day spent with those we love is Thanksgiving, isn't it? Hope your day is a happy one, even if it is bittersweet.
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Suzann said...: Oh Susan. I cannot imagine. You must be proud of him though. Sending comforting hugs to you! Happy Thanksgiving to you.
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Chrissy...The Apothecary Shop said...: Oh...you poor thing,why do they have to grow up so fast? Your son looks like a great young man,I was so happy when our son Jess decided to go to Police College here and not away,man you must miss him!! Enjoy your Thanksgiving anyway, Christmas is just around the corner!!!
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Rattlebridge Farm said...: You are in my thoughts today. I'm missing my older child, his wife, and Annabel. (And Mama is Acting Up today, lol.)Hope you've had a peaceful day. I, for one, am thankful that we were able to meet--I just love the egg cup and use it every day in my writing "totems." Christmas will be here before you know it, and your darling son will be home.
((hugs))
Michael
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality said...: Hi, Susan, thanks for the Thanksgiving wishes! All the food is eaten & put away & now it's time to relax. I love your Spode table. I could have actually gotten in on your tablescape Tues. this week, but I don't set that many tables usually, so my T'giving table is it for awhile. Hope your family had a nice day too!
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Debra Howard said...: I really enjoy your blog. It is so pretty. I have tagged you in my blog. Blessings, Debbie
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , squawmama said...: Susan I am so sad that your son & his sweetie can't be home with you for Thanksgiving but the bright side is only 28 days till he is there... I have one daughter who lives in Arkansas that just can't make it here with her family... We always miss her terribly too... Hope you still managed to have a Happy Thanksgiving...

(((HUGS)))
Donna
At Thursday, November 27, 2008 , Kathysue said...: Oh susan, It must be so hard for you. Your son is so handsome. I have three sons so I know all about good looking boys and he is gorgeous, You must be so proud of him, Law school,WOW! My youngest is finishing his las year at UCLA. It is so hard when they can;t be home. I don't think it ever gets easy. Its called a Mothers Love.
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , "Hello... It's Me Again..." said...: I love the striped jammies! Christmas will be here before you know it and your baby boy will be back home with you for a nice visit!!!

Hope your Thanksgiving was good!
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , Kathy said...: A beautiful boy, Susan - gorgeous sweetheart too. I missed my "little boy" today too! He cooked his very own turkey dinner in his very own home for his sweetheart and 8 of their friends in Michigan. Can I be glad for him and sad for me all at the same time?
Kathy
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...: Susan, I know it was a quiet Thanksgiving for you, but that's going to make Christmas that much more exciting! What cute pictures, and what a good-looking young man. I remember having to scour the countryside for Teddy Ruxbin when my daughter wanted him for Christmas one year. laurie
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , xinex said...: So sorry your son could not make it this Thanksgiving but Christmas is just around the corner. He sure is a handsome fella and his sweetie sure is a beauty also. Hope you had a wonderful day anyway!...Christine
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan, I just left a LOOOONG comment and got cut off . Will write again later have to run right now BUT BIG belated blessings to you my friend! BTW, I posted on RMS!!! Come see my new Santa! Under szpiny in living rooms titled A small preview of Christmas to come. Hope to see you! Hugs, Pinky
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , Salmagundi said...: Hope your Thanksgiving was the best! Put me down for Tablescape Tuesday this week. Thanks. Sally
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , Lady Katherine said...: How cute your son is with his Teddy R. Children grow up so fast. We worked out of state for 5 years and sometimes only got to come home for a few days for Christmas. The girls have families and we only got to see the a few hours. It was so hard being away from our girls. Now we are home and one leaves next door and the other 15 min away. I know you are looking forward to seeing him on Christmas. Its so hard on a mother when Holidays come and our children are away. Blessing to you and your family. Have a restful weekend looking out on that beautiful sky off your porch.
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , momstheword said...: That first picture is so precious. What a handsome man he is today (and she is so pretty too). They make a lovely couple.

My oldest is in college but lives at home to save money. I know that someday he will be gone and I just can't imagine it. You want them to be independent, but do they have to leave the nest to do that, lol!

I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving anyway.
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , Anonymous said...: ((((hugs))))
I sooooo understand.

Your beautiful blog is now on my Blog Candy Roll.
Thank you for your support of my blog AND thank you for sharing your inspiration with us.
xo,
Kim
At Friday, November 28, 2008 , Lady Katherine said...: Susan, Thank you for sharing your sunshine story of your son,with me. It was so sweet and heartfelt. As I am sure all mothers can relate, but sometimes in life, the simplest things gets us through a scary time. The sign is one for me too. For the song has helped me as well as you! You need my sign!
At Monday, December 01, 2008 , Tardevil said...: I hope he's in law school at UNC!!!:O) They make a great couple! Does he know you put that pj picture on there? It's a good thing he has a girlfriend...he'd probably be blushing a tad now otherwise! Sorry you had to have Thanksgiving without him. Hope it was still good!
At Monday, December 01, 2008 , bj said...: I am so far behind in my visiting...so sorry to be late on this awesome post. He is so handsome and she so pretty. The young picture is just precious...
love, bj

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