Another Tough Day
Previously, I wrote about my son not attending his senior prom. It was his choice. I was sad knowing everyone else was dressed up and having fun and he was here at home.
After Prom
He hosted an “After Prom” get together even though he didn’t attend the prom. I think he enjoyed that and had fun preparing for it. The group of 12 that were here seemed to enjoy themselves.
The Day After
Now it is the day after. He seems perfectly content with his decision not to attend. I on the other hand, am still a bit sad.
Every time I log on to Facebook I see another prom picture. Beautiful dresses, flowers, and young men in Tuxedos. He should be in one a few of those pictures. He should be a part of that history. Instead, I get teary eyed looking at everyone else. This too shall pass.
He is happy and doesn’t seem at all bothered by the whole ordeal. On one hand, I’m proud as punch that if he truly did not want to attend, he didn’t cave to peer pressure or my attempts to persuade him to attend. He stood his ground and is happy with his decision.
On the Other Hand
On the other hand, I’d like to shake him silly for being so darn stubborn and not attending. I think he will regret the decision at some point, but maybe not. In the big scheme of things, senior prom isn’t that important.
I Feel Cheated!
I have to admit, part of it maybe is about me. He is depriving me of the joy of seeing him all dressed up and looking sharp and enjoying the fun and festivities. I feel cheated! I have spent a fortune on this kid over the years and the least he could do is go to the darn senior prom.
So, although I know it isn’t important in the big picture, I’m just feeling a little sad over all this. Tomorrow it will be on to something else and prom will be history but for today….I feel sad! 🙁
Have you ever been disappointed when your children made a decision that you felt was wrong or cheated you of some pleasure?
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