A Place Like This

Wandering Wednesday

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Valarie Budayr
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Today I stand amid a lifetime packed into boxes. A journey beginning…..

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We knew that after graduation that this moment would come,……. but it always comes too soon.  

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So with your life in boxes, and a good amount of love and attention over the last 18 years, it's time to send you on your way.  We are heading to Nashville to see our sweet Mimi off to college.

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But there's one thing we haven't discussed yet and that's the attachment I've formed over the last 8 years to this guy…….yep …..your cello we so lovingly refer to as "Grayson". If he misses me, just call and I'll be there to lug him around in a second…..just like the good ol'days. But for now, he's all yours. Good luck sweet Mimi. We will all miss you but look forward to all the great new things to come.

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  (Please join all of the friends over at gardenmama's to see where we are wandering to.

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6 responses to “Wandering Wednesday”

  1. gardenmama Avatar
    gardenmama

    oh, valarie i can imagine this is a bittersweet time!
    congratulations and warmest wishes to you and your family!

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  2. Kate England Avatar
    Kate England

    Such bittersweet times… I’ll be thinking of you and wishing Mimi a fantastic fresh start!

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  3. Gypsy Forest Avatar
    Gypsy Forest

    ~sigh~ I am thinking of you Valarie…. the bittersweet moments of mother hood….. ~hugs~

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  4. Imene Avatar
    Imene

    Thinking of you my friend. I can’t imagine how you feel but I am sure you will find a new balance

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  5. suzanne Avatar
    suzanne

    My dear friend
    A lifetime of precious memories I am sure. I am left with a little lump in my throat too. This day will be mine someday. I think of sweet Mimi starting out full of confidence and happiness. Nashville..wow what a fantastic start. I believe that is the heart of the singing and music world.
    From one Mama to another…. I am sending love
    Lots of love
    Suzanne
    XX

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  6. AG Ambroult Avatar
    AG Ambroult

    oh Valarie, I have to say, I’m a little misty right now. And I am trying to imagine how these moments will go a few (hee) years from now when it’s my turn to send my kids off into the big world on their own. thinking of you!

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