Bittersweet

Bittersweet
Ironically bittersweet is one of my favorite blooms to search for in the fall and how I feel much of my life. I have been filled with bitter-sweet moments recently, regarding all of our children, but our oldest daughter in particular. As we plan for her last year in high school and fill out college applications, I am excited about her next season in life and what the Lord has in store for her. However, at the same time I find myself carefully observing her and wanting to bottle every emotion and breath she expels. I am not sure why this is so hard. Aren’t independent, God-honoring adults what we prepare, train, and hope for? Yet, when we are successful in the end, happy tears sting.