My firstborn is turning 13 today. How could I possibly have a teenager?

[jacqui in mo]

Just yesterday (Literally) she was playing with her Little Tykes playhouse. I'm glad homeschooling has given her the freedom to be able to play like a little girl still when she wants. It's scary & fun trying to look ahead at what the teenage years may bring. It seems as if I have very little time left with her & wondering how our relationship will change & mature. I've mostly liked what I've seen so far. Well, off to make waffles for the Birthday girl!

;)Doran, I can guess your snarky thoughts on my post title here, having just read your funny titles post. he, he he,

[Remudamom]

Congratulations to you both. We have five teens now, but only til June. Then the oldest turns 20.

[Tammyla]

Congratulations & Happy Birthday.
Teens can be so much fun. :party:

[Mx5]

Just yesterday (Literally) she was playing with her Little Tykes playhouse. I'm glad homeschooling has given her the freedom to be able to play like a little girl still when she wants. It's scary & fun trying to look ahead at what the teenage years may bring. It seems as if I have very little time left with her & wondering how our relationship will change & mature. I've mostly liked what I've seen so far. Well, off to make waffles for the Birthday girl!

;)Doran, I can guess your snarky thoughts on my post title here, having just read your funny titles post. he, he he,

I think that the teen years are my second-favorite season of life, after newborn.

I am a bit sad that the teens go by so quickly!:auto:

[Maria/ME]

My dd is 10 today. It's so bizarre. She's reached a stage of sensitivity and drama earlier than I thought. But then she's my cuddly easy going girl sometimes too! Have a great day with your daughter! I was still playing "dress up" at 13! The freedom is great, isn't it?