Glean (April 1st)
I’m an intelectual hoarder
Experiences that are difficult
are valuable
Pain is inconsequential
Joy is a treat
My daughter is going through a first romantic interest
with the boy next door
He is also learning, growing, experimenting
Shy but determined
And she is introspective
But she doesn’t fit the mold
Will he have the patience, the courage to take her on?
She plays ball hard
She is strong and asserts herself
Her love languages different than his
Her cup is already full
How will this work?
It is not my problem
Not my problem yet
Not a problem yet
I’ve been through this
My own way
This is hers
And I need to back off
Seriously back off
And let go
So far it is safe enough for her to explore this new chapter without my hovering
I did not anticipate I will be so invested
So excited and curious
It’s embarrassing
And I apologize on occasion for my eager curiosity
So I abstain from giving my opinion too freely
So she would still ask for it when she needs it.