I know you are growing up…

What growing up really means...

I know you are growing up when…
You slither away from my lap because your friends are watching
I know you are growing up when…
You turn up your nose at your less-than-favorite veggies
I know you are growing up when…
You read your bedtime stories instead of hearing them from me
I know you are growing up when…
You offer to carry your own bags because I am carrying too many
I know you are growing up when…
You remember your homework without my having to look into your diaries
I know you are growing up when…
You refuse to kiss me in public
I know you are growing up when…
You want to cross the busy road on your own
I know you are growing up when…
You no longer need me to make you new friends
I know you are growing up when…
When the dress I pick is not good enough for you
I know you are growing up when…
Your questions about the world around us never cease
I know you are growing up when…
You understand when I tell you that I don’t know the answers for everything
I know you are growing up when…
I see you making peace with your differences

I know you are growing up , my darlings!
what is left to see is whether I am grown up enough to handle your growing up!

Author's Note

Would appreciate any feedback!