Ever wondered what it’d be like without your child at Christmas? Well, here’s what it’ll be like for me this year: It Won’t Seem Like Christmas Without You.
And while I know Riley is excited about her trip to see her dad’s families, today my heart broke for her. As we were driving home from school I was singing along with the Christmas songs on the radio. Normally she sings too, but she had her hands over her ears and wouldn’t even listen.
“Mama, turn off the Christmas music. I don’t want to hear it.”
“Why not? You like it.”
“I don’t want to listen to it.”
“Why? What’s wrong?”
“Because I want to be in Alabama with you on Christmas.”
Oh my heart! I told her that it was OK and that she will have a ton of fun on her trip. I reminded her that we’re going to do Christmas with my whole big family before she goes and with me and my parents when she gets back. She’s satisfied for now. I sure hope our FaceTime works while she is out there because it’s going to be hard without her.
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Ri says:
Oh, Tiffani – my heart breaks FOR you, and Riley. Thank God for technology that will hopefully help you both through this!
xo
Sound Check Mama says:
Thanks, Ri!
Kim @ This Belle Rocks says:
My heart is breaking for you both. *hugs* I’ve been there. Mine won’t be with me this Christmas, either.
Sound Check Mama says:
Being a mom is hard, isn’t it, Kim? Hugs!
Aspiring Dana says:
(((Tiffi)))!! OMG! I wish you and your families all the best this and every season. I know these things can be difficult, but your attitude is amazing! I hope you will feel good knowing you can see Riley’s face via FT or whatever means you have. Many hugs and support…
xo
Dana
Sound Check Mama says:
Thanks, Aspy!
Ang Campbell says:
So hard
I hope your extra celebrations before and after Christmas will heal the hurt. {{{hugs}}}
Sound Check Mama says:
Thanks, Ang! We’ve got fun stuff planned for when she gets home, so it helps to have that to look forward to.
Zoot says:
We alternate with E’s Dad, every other year, every other Christmas/Thanksgiving. The very first Christmas he was with his Dad and I woke up that morning alone and it was the very saddest I’ve been in a long time. I had no family and no son and I was just waiting.
So, I know how you feel. Hang in there. Do you have plans that evening? I’d love for you to come eat with us if you don’t! Let me know
Sound Check Mama says:
Aw, Kim, that is so sweet of you to invite me. My parents are coming up to spend the day with me so I won’t be alone. If something changes, I will definitely let you know. I appreciate it.