Kate, I always new what a wonderful loving Mom you are.

When our boys started to go their own ways; so did we. I got my motorcycle licence, which they thought was cool. We played in tennis tournaments etc. What I'm saying is you have to make your life a bit more interesting, and they will perk up and be more interested in you. And if not; who cares, you still have made your life more interesting.

I'm sure it's harder when you are a single Mom, but if it's at all possible, don't be home waiting at the kitchen table with an anxious look in your eyes. Let them be the ones who wonder where YOU are.

It's a challenge, and it's fun! I promise you, really and truly it's a wonderful refreshing feeling to just think of yourself and not have to consider your children's wishes, ...not all the time, of course; but for a change.