tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post489873434999774655..comments2024-01-18T05:48:08.324-06:00Comments on Simply Beth: It's Good-Bye Again...Simply Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-23313636275841724782013-06-27T11:09:23.656-05:002013-06-27T11:09:23.656-05:00No - we never stop being a mom even when they don&...No - we never stop being a mom even when they don't think they need us. I love how he let you love him and he gave you sweet encouragement words! There's 2 left in my nest now - and it is a tough transition for some of my boys - easy for others:) Sweet memories! When I dropped my son off to go to basic training (National Guard/Army) - it was like letting a caged bear out of my van. When we met him at graduation - oh, it was a sweet time:)bluecottonmemoryhttp://bluecottonmemory.wordpress.com/2011/09/08/breaking-and-rebuilding/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-50828946993232942142013-04-12T13:11:12.446-05:002013-04-12T13:11:12.446-05:00Whew, you are a strong woman. I don't even wan...Whew, you are a strong woman. I don't even want to think about that day that my kids take off. I know I will be ready when the time comes. You must be so proud of him! Zionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11180417908209217887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-67189086844256897812013-04-12T12:30:16.608-05:002013-04-12T12:30:16.608-05:00Thank you, Pamela. I appreciate you stopping in. I...Thank you, Pamela. I appreciate you stopping in. I do so love connecting with others through these various link-ups. It is a blessing to watch how our children grow. Our God really is amazing.Simply Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-17881581932515020652013-04-12T12:28:19.176-05:002013-04-12T12:28:19.176-05:00Thank you for coming by Shelly. The tween stage co...Thank you for coming by Shelly. The tween stage comes with challenges and I all too clearly remember feeling that same distance with my oldest son. He still isn't quite the talker, but those quick phone calls home to say hello end up being enough. We treasure those moments when they do let us in. Many blessings to you.Simply Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-29770400205736506712013-04-12T12:24:12.247-05:002013-04-12T12:24:12.247-05:00Thank you for stopping by Mary. Sorry for bringing...Thank you for stopping by Mary. Sorry for bringing tears. What a blessing daughter-in-laws are too! I was finally able to rest at night once I knew my son had someone he loved by his side every night. Thank you for sharing. I love the opportunity to connect through these link-ups. Blessings to you.Simply Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-78947284369184234622013-04-12T12:20:59.415-05:002013-04-12T12:20:59.415-05:00Thank you, Colleen. Yes there are times I miss the...Thank you, Colleen. Yes there are times I miss them as little boys and wish we could do it over again, but then when I get a surprise phone call from my oldest son just to say hello, I'm so greatful for right where we are at! Many blessings to you. I appreciate you stopping by and sharing.Simply Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-66588169486522493372013-04-12T12:19:06.352-05:002013-04-12T12:19:06.352-05:00Thank you for stopping by, Alicia! I love these op...Thank you for stopping by, Alicia! I love these opportunities to connect with others and see what God has placed on our hearts to share. I appreciate you coming by and sharing. I'm glad I was able to leave you with hope for what the future holds with those children of yours. Each stage of their life has its unique challenges, but each also brings many blessings. Simply Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-40206384361548141502013-04-12T11:58:22.885-05:002013-04-12T11:58:22.885-05:00Oh Beth, this is written so poignantly. Being a m...Oh Beth, this is written so poignantly. Being a momma makes goodbyes so hard. I love how you acknowledge the growth as your son matures. It is a blessing to watch that. But the goodbyes? They are tough!Pamelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14577919062812348914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-36179717248230065952013-04-12T10:39:07.209-05:002013-04-12T10:39:07.209-05:00Thank you, Janet! What a beautiful story and hymn....Thank you, Janet! What a beautiful story and hymn. I don't believe I've heard it before. Thank you for sharing. Your kind words brought a smile to my face! :)Simply Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-25019943819039923492013-04-12T08:52:33.124-05:002013-04-12T08:52:33.124-05:00Beth, I have tears here, streaming down my face. I...Beth, I have tears here, streaming down my face. I'm in the tween stage with my son and he feels so distant. You've given me hope and inspiration as a mother today. Thank you.Shelly Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12051889442102350746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-39411937576026132822013-04-11T18:46:33.566-05:002013-04-11T18:46:33.566-05:00Way to make me cry, Beth!! This was so beautifull...Way to make me cry, Beth!! This was so beautifully written! My husband and I live in Pennsylvania, and our two sons, sweet daughter-in-law and baby granddaughter live in Colorado. We've had so many hellos and good-byes... each good-bye is so hard. I'm so blessed that my guys call me at least once a week, and my daughter-in-law sends a video of our grand every day! How cool is that?! The lighthouse analogy is beautiful. As moms, God has called us to shine His light that our children will always know their way home. Love this!<br />So glad that you coming by my place led me here!<br />Blessings to you ~ MaryMary Reedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05826652758652110254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-74647918091395225072013-04-11T17:43:07.598-05:002013-04-11T17:43:07.598-05:00This is beautifully written, Beth. As the mother o...This is beautifully written, Beth. As the mother of four sons, three of whom are out of the nest, I know very well how many goodbyes it takes to get a son thru college and out on his own. I dread the empty nester stage. But it is so true that they still need us, long after they've "grown up". I cherish my memories of my little boys, and I'd do it all over again if I could. But I think you're right, this is definitely the most rewarding part of motherhood, to know our children are strong in their faith and out in the world becoming the men and women God meant for them to be. The lighthouse analogy is precious. I will keep that in my heart. Thank you. Colleen Reskehttp://www.hopetofind.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-33200218694176760942013-04-11T13:49:46.778-05:002013-04-11T13:49:46.778-05:00Oh my. I *love* the lighthouse analogy and your wo...Oh my. I *love* the lighthouse analogy and your words about why yours keeps shining. Really lovely, Beth.<br /><br />And these words right here: "With each good-bye, I've discovered the best gift I could give to my son was to let him know he was loved just because he was him." That's a good word for this mama to carry with her in the days and years ahead.<br /><br />Thankful for you, Beth!Kristen@Chasing Blue Skieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02592246369605992030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-50385168790717996592013-04-11T07:57:34.550-05:002013-04-11T07:57:34.550-05:00Beth, I love the analogy that, as moms, we are cal...Beth, I love the analogy that, as moms, we are called to keep the lighthouse lit so our children can always find their way home! Beautiful post!! I am glad to know that I am not the only one who has tears that flow oh so freely! God gave you a tender heart and caring spirit that your children obviously know they are always loved! Thanks for posting!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-34090954412111650002013-04-10T23:12:27.109-05:002013-04-10T23:12:27.109-05:00Bethie, All I could think about was the hymn "...Bethie, All I could think about was the hymn "Let the Lower Lights Be Burning," my dad's post-vacation sermon every year. This is you. You are lighting a path for others with your insightful writing. Read this for the story behind the hymn: <br /><br />http://www.plymouthbrethren.org/article/10378<br /><br />Then click here to hear an old-timey version of the hymn. I find it very moving, even if Tennessee Ernie Ford reminds me of an I Love Lucy episode. <br /><br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jq9sYx2mVI <br /><br /> PS If this doesn't show up as hypertext, sorry. Just copy and paste. <br /><br />Janetnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-67121384949883381692013-04-10T22:46:33.508-05:002013-04-10T22:46:33.508-05:00Beth, I'm crying as I write this- sharing a fe...Beth, I'm crying as I write this- sharing a few of those tears you mentioned. This post speaks to my soul. I am just beginning to experience that "letting go" stage of motherhood as next year my firstborn begins high school and my baby starts kindergarten and the three in between those two all "graduate" to new schools and stages. I've been surprised at how much grief I feel in all the change; at how hard the letting go is already. Your words about being a lighthouse are beautiful and that metaphor gives me a sense of vision and purpose well beyond these years when my handful of kids are crammed beneath our roof. THANK YOU for the beauty in this post and for the hope it spurs in me as I look to what the future might hold. So glad you stopped by the Overflow so I could find you here! Thank you.Aliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11022107791689799322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-8867803204981505052013-04-10T18:36:30.778-05:002013-04-10T18:36:30.778-05:00Love this Beth.
Love this Beth.<br />Linda Wardnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-1530350224426105742013-04-10T13:50:40.497-05:002013-04-10T13:50:40.497-05:00Motherhood has been the ultimate school for me. Mu...Motherhood has been the ultimate school for me. Much learning here. And, yeah, my kids are only 3 and 5 (almost 6!). :) I enjoyed reading what you've learned. Thanks for sharing this.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14399372926189206869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4464807136237482773.post-42884752330010743932013-04-10T11:48:51.295-05:002013-04-10T11:48:51.295-05:00As always a great word,especially for moms. Goodby...As always a great word,especially for moms. Goodbyes are hard. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com