Growing Up

Our eldest son just turned 21 and is contemplating changes in his life. He has worked full time for the last 5 years. We didn't push going to college or university because we feel the boys needed more life experience before they could really commit to a program. Now he has reached a place where he'd like to make a change. With hubby at work & his little brother out we were able to have a good conversation about possible things he could pursue. Nothing was decided of course, but just having a chance to find out what he was thinking was wonderful. I don't understand how parents think they don't have a role in their adult children's lives. All relationships require work to stay healthy. I'm glad that our relationship is still strong but we do have to work at it.