Tomorrow we will move our son into his first college dorm. He wisely took a semester to wait and see the path to take. Sometimes when you are unsure, wait. So the time has come, excitement and sadness play tug of war in my heart. Excitement for what all he will learn, the people he will meet and how much he will grow. His character, discipline, love and focus are rare for his age. His challenges have been many, but have served in the making of him. Goodness, I am going to miss seeing his smile everyday and trying to keep all his favorite foods stocked. I will miss his helpfulness and quiet strength. He asks alot of questions, so those will happen over the phone now. And facetime allows for smiles to be seen too. This kid is ready to fly and his roots are deep in what matters most. My cheering him on will be mixed with tears, but both are evidence of love.

So dear Jackson, remember as you walk into the next chapter, “He has told you, O man, what is good, and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” (Micah 6:8). Keep following Him and remember His presence is your constant help, strength, peace and source of joy. Now fly!