Saturday, December 1, 2012

After the Wedding




I don't know if this is normal. I don't know how you're supposed to feel after your child gets married. On one hand, I'm joyous, elated, and thrilled that my child is so happy and that we have a beautiful new addition to our family. We love his wonderful bride.

But at the same time, I'm besieged with feelings of melancholy. I don't know why. Maybe it's the normal letdown after months of anticipation and running around. Maybe it's the delayed depression of empty nest syndrome; he's really not coming home again. Maybe it's knowing that he's a grown man now with grown man responsibilities and has taken the first step toward creating a family of his own?

I just don't know if these feelings are normal. I'm thrilled and sad at the same time. I feel like I'm walking in a fog. All I want to do is look at wedding pictures.

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  1. Juliann, I think how you're feeling is perfectly normal! And especially for the mother of the groom. I've felt that melancholy way about my youngest son, ever since he began college! They just grow up too fast! Hugs to you!

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    1. Thanks, Becky. That makes me feel better. You've reassured me that this is just a natural part of letting go. Thanks for the hugs.

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  2. Aww. Yeah, I think it sounds pretty normal. And I'm sure it will fade with time. :)

    Lovely photo!

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    1. You're right. It will fade. Maybe even a little faster if I would stop obsessing over the wedding pictures. I seriously can't stop looking at them. The one I posted here is one of my favorites. I can't wait to see the ones the professional photographer took!

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