tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post4627187773511332437..comments2023-08-20T12:50:49.485+01:00Comments on LIFE IN WINDERMERE: support needed- please contribute generouslyLakeland Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13263946096580997595noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-18005491405792155812009-04-15T05:17:00.000+01:002009-04-15T05:17:00.000+01:00"HAVE A WONDERFUL TIME SON AND ENJOY EVERY MINUTE...."HAVE A WONDERFUL TIME SON AND ENJOY EVERY MINUTE. IT'S THE CHANCE OF A LIFETIME - GRAB IT AND TAKE EVERY OPPORTUNITY. CARPE DIEM."<br /><br />Now that's coming from a great mom!Midlife Roadtripperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06700277803842883251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-3820827137484387482009-04-15T01:53:00.000+01:002009-04-15T01:53:00.000+01:00Hello Jo
I am so sorry - I have just realised I ne...Hello Jo<br />I am so sorry - I have just realised I never got back to you about the weather here in Melbourne. I imagine you have been reassured we aren't suffering the ghastly heat of the past summer. Going to be cool this week about 16c today and then about 20c for rest of week<br />He will be comfortable I'm sure - just like home in fact lol<br /><br />It is hard when they first leave, as mentioned modern technology will cut into that gap, I'm sure those few months will fly bye and then you'll wonder if he ever went away, wait till he encounters Aussie Rules and listen to the tales he'll tell. Is he schooling in the city or down in Geelong? <br /><br />Take care<br />Cathy<br /><br />Ps congrats on the weight loss, you’ve worked hard and deserve it JCathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15065980166009732571noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-52939063217478176952009-04-15T00:54:00.000+01:002009-04-15T00:54:00.000+01:00I'm sure you're in for a sleepless night, and some...I'm sure you're in for a sleepless night, and some tearful goodbyes tomorrow at the airport. But just maintain the courage of your convictions, Jo. You know he's going to be just fine, and he will be. Like you, I only wish I had had such an opportunity. <br /><br />Congrats on reaching the 3 stone mark - you're amazing.Janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12602837899220828404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-73025962894016045662009-04-14T23:02:00.000+01:002009-04-14T23:02:00.000+01:00Hi Jo,
Just saw your comment. Your son will enjoy...Hi Jo,<br /><br />Just saw your comment. Your son will enjoy Melbourne. Yes, the weather can change every ten minutes, but the people are warm-hearted and genuine.david mcmahonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18009095220051075552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-33039707167673601252009-04-14T22:14:00.000+01:002009-04-14T22:14:00.000+01:00folks- thanks for all your good wishes and kindnes...folks- thanks for all your good wishes and kindness. It really makes a difference, especially making me feel better about letting him go. I know its the right thing to do.....Lakeland Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13263946096580997595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-50266226263845385282009-04-14T17:19:00.000+01:002009-04-14T17:19:00.000+01:00Come on - deep breaths. You know he will be FINE!!...Come on - deep breaths. You know he will be FINE!!! And he'll have a great time too.Expat mumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17798190669591053390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-2326492625179999942009-04-14T17:10:00.000+01:002009-04-14T17:10:00.000+01:00I'll be thinking of you Jo tomorrow, it's not easy...I'll be thinking of you Jo tomorrow, it's not easy loosening the apron strings, especially as he is just One. Once you get over the first few days the time will surely rush past till he is home again. Will you have chance to Skype to him at the other family's home? <br />Mine left on adventures one by one, and the fifth one decided to tour South East Asia and we never heard from him in 5 months!!! His excuse was there are no phones in the jungle... he had a whale of a time though. He is now 40 with two children. He is a better person I am sure for all the experiences he found his way through.<br />Love GrannyMarian Deanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06765534146844251398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-47993902491397863072009-04-14T16:44:00.000+01:002009-04-14T16:44:00.000+01:00You and your husband are very generous and unselfi...You and your husband are very generous and unselfish, to support your teenager as he goes out into the world in this way. We agree that it is an opportunity beyond price, and that it will bless him greatly. Our teen just did two short trips with school, and grew tremendously; he also had a wonderful time. I am sure your teen will, too. Do you get to go visit him? <br />Thank goodness for email, chat, SKYPE and phones. You will still be able to feel connected to him.<br />God bless him, you and the family he is visiting. Traveling Mercies!Gbergerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08895779471612397202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-50679186058173862622009-04-14T16:11:00.000+01:002009-04-14T16:11:00.000+01:00Oh, you brave woman! I know it's a great opportuni...Oh, you brave woman! I know it's a great opportunity but I'm having palpitations for you. You once said that you raised an independent boy that loved to travel. I can only hope to do the same. Good luck tomorrow.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05443153003836499323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-16156069899877718762009-04-14T16:01:00.000+01:002009-04-14T16:01:00.000+01:00I would also be flipping out!
He will have such a ...I would also be flipping out!<br />He will have such a wonderful life changing experience. you are good parents for letting him attend!!!Busy Bee Suzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18115487928147732314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-3917270759255381722009-04-14T16:00:00.000+01:002009-04-14T16:00:00.000+01:00And just keep telling yourself that!
You are a gre...And just keep telling yourself that!<br />You are a great mom to support him and let him go. But wow, it must be so difficult.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17480046958714954128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3529924257136754263.post-48940672305143063762009-04-14T14:46:00.000+01:002009-04-14T14:46:00.000+01:00What an incredible opportunity for your son! But ...What an incredible opportunity for your son! But what serious empty nest syndrome you're going to suffer for a few months :( At least international communication is cheap & easy now, especially if there is a webcam nearby.<br /><br />Just think - you get to practice using the Wii fit more than usual, and you will be able to rival the teenager's fitness when he returns!<br /><br />Btw, was in Windermere last week - pretty good weather - a bit too full of tourists for my (selfish) taste - but still the superb beauty of the area shines through!Roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08210753167984462321noreply@blogger.com