Off to camp

My mom and I took Lizzy up to Vermont Monday afternoon then to Not Back to School Camp (NBTSC) Tuesday. Monday night we stayed at a hotel with a pool and jacuzzi so Lizzy and I got some good bonding time in before the long separation. We've been apart for a week or two before but camp is tough for me because I can't talk to her for the whole week. This year is easier for us both because we both had a better idea what to expect. Packing was much better and the anxiety level was down for the both of us. It still ain't easy though. On the way home I asked my mom how she could have stood to drop me off at college, drive 12 hours back home and know she wouldn't see me for 3 months. She said lots of my dad reminding her that this was the goal. Raising me to be strong enough to want to leave home. I hope I am so brave when my time comes. I have feeling my Lizzy will want to move farther and faster than I ever dreamed of. As hard as it is to let go I couldn't be prouder of how brave and adventurous she is.