Originally Posted by
December2011 
I thought I did everything okay-- no parties, not staying out late--- etc....
He was my world, my son.. it is the worst thing to let that go. When I became a mother, I thought I agreed to withstand anything. The only reason I am holding strong is that I think it may help him in the long run.
I resembled these statements.
If we never let go, they have no/zip/nada shot at learning how to take responsibility for themselves.