Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A time was had and memories were made. Grateful that I got some extra days with these guys (thanks Southwest—now run my son back his reimbursement 😂).
My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift car My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift cards as one of my Christmas surprises. Take a look at my haul which includes makeup for oily skin and a some faves! #sephora #haul #skin #oilyskin #beautyproducts #overforty #midlifewomen
  • Blog
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Legal
  • Contact
  • Media Kit
  • Home
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Media Kit

The Cubicle Chick

Work. Play. Live Your Life to its Fullest Personally & Professionally

  • Home
  • Career
  • Style
  • Family
  • Travel
  • Culture

Family Ties, Featured, Kids & Parenting, Parent's Just Don't Understand, Parenting, School Stuff, The 18 yr old · June 21, 2012

It’s Official: My Son Is Now a High School Graduate


I apologize for taking so long to post this on my site, but it has been difficult to write out and express my feelings about such a special day in our family. On Thursday, May 17th, 2012, my son walked across the threshold of life by becoming a high school graduate. When he first entered the building, he was my 18 year old son who’s been with me for more than half of my life—and when he walked out, he became a dream fulfilled.

In April 1994, at 18 years of age, I gave birth via Cesarean to my firstborn. Having gotten knocked up at the age of 17 and becoming a mom at 18, I didn’t show much promise. As an only child, I had never even changed a diaper or made a bottle. Everything about being a responsible adult was foreign to me—add on being a mom and I pretty much felt that I was going to hit my breaking point before I had a chance to really live my life.

The first time I saw his face, I knew I would do anything I needed to to ensure our survival. It didn’t matter that I was a teenager. It didn’t matter that I would have to climb a mountain with incredible weight on my back. All that mattered was that I was not going to be a statistic. Somehow, some way, we would make it.

We laughed together. We cried together. We grew up together. I was the best mom I could be, and I did it mostly alone during his younger years. My family made sure that they supported me even though they didn’t agree with my choices. They kept it real and never sugarcoated anything. I didn’t have the type of mom that would allow me to go out every night while she watched my son. Hells no. She made it clear that my son was my child and my responsibility. So from that, I learned responsibility.

When my son got chicken pox, I got chicken pox because I never had it before. I was so wet behind the ears, but he loved me unconditionally. He never knew how “panicked” and “nervous” I was being his mom in those younger years. He was such a happy child and that made me happy.

So when I tell you that the tears flowed like a river when I saw him and the rest of the Class of 2012 in the auditorium–that is an understatement. All of that fear I had for 18 years was now being released, and he did it. We did it together.

Next is college and he will be embarking on a new life many miles away come the Fall. Right now, I am just trying to soak and bask in his greatness until it’s time for him to truly part and set out on his own adventure. I am sure I will cry then, too. And he will be embarrassed. But I won’t care because I love him just that much.

Bittersweet.


Related Posts

  • Flashback Photo(s)- My Son In High School Musical Play

    As many of you have seen me blog or tweet, my son wants to be…

  • It's official! My son is 17!

    Seventeen years ago yesterday, I became a mother for the first time. I've been a…

  • Back to School Style: Gap Kids & Old Navy

    The first week of school is in the record books! 5 days, 5 fab outfits!…

In: Family Ties, Featured, Kids & Parenting, Parent's Just Don't Understand, Parenting, School Stuff, The 18 yr old · Tagged: childhood, Graduation, high school, Milestones, motherhood, parenting, teen moms, teens

join the cube

You’ll Also Love

Operation Dropping My Daughter Off at College is officially official and to all the mothers who have gone through this, I salute you.Empty Nest Series: College Move-In Day
I've got an official graduate on my hands. In my next installment of my Empty Nest Series, I'm waxing poetic about Class of 2022.Empty Nest Series: She’s a Graduate Class of 2022
In partnership with Rainbow Light, I am sharing how my family and I plan to boost our immunity during cold and flu season. Get tips!How We Are Stepping Up Our Immunity During Cold and Flu Season

Comments

  1. Aisha G of HartlynKids says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:07 am

    Congrats to the both of you!!!!

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      June 21, 2012 at 8:50 pm

      Aisha, thank you. Next is college. Praying that he is ready.

      Reply
  2. Shareef says

    June 21, 2012 at 7:29 pm

    Congratulations! I love the fact that you are celebrating this and making a huge deal about it!

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      June 21, 2012 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks Shereef for commenting. I am not sure I am making a huge deal out of it but I am certainly celebrating. This is indeed an important event in my family. We are very proud of him 🙂

      Reply
  3. Val says

    June 22, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    Congratulations to you and to your entire family. Indeed a milestone and major accomplishment for your son and for you.

    Reply
  4. Ashley says

    July 5, 2012 at 1:32 am

    Congrats to you & him. He’s a handsome young man. I wish him the best & many blessings.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Next Post >

Redecorating Fab: Check Out Our New Family Room Furniture

Advertisement


Hi there! I'm Danyelle Little, a St. Louis blogger, mom & and empty-nester. This site is for those of you who like to get the best out of both worlds-personally and professionally. Learn more about me HERE!

Buy My New Holiday Novel

join the cube

Recent Posts

  • 15 Movies That Showcase Sisterhood
  • A Generation X Guide to Watching YouTube
  • 10 Timeless and Inspiring Barbara Walters Quotes
  • I Like Big Naps and I Cannot Lie
  • The Year of Strength: What 2022 Taught Me

The Cube on Facebook

Reader Favorites

Checkout my NEW podcast

Listen on Spotify
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Listen on Google Podcasts

Affiliate

Perdue Farms Special Offer

trending now

Load More Posts

instagram

Follow @thecubiclechick

Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A time was had and memories were made. Grateful that I got some extra days with these guys (thanks Southwest—now run my son back his reimbursement 😂).
My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift car My family gifted me $250 worth of Sephora gift cards as one of my Christmas surprises. Take a look at my haul which includes makeup for oily skin and a some faves! #sephora #haul #skin #oilyskin #beautyproducts #overforty #midlifewomen
It’s #giveaway time! Enter to win 2 silk pillowc It’s #giveaway time! Enter to win 2 silk pillowcases from @celestialsilk made of 100% mulberry silk. Sleep better in the new year and take care of you! Entry detail link in bio. #selfcare #sleeping #newyear #review
Follow on Instagram

Work With Me

  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Media Kit

join the cube

Site Info

  • Privacy Policy
  • Legal
  • Site Disclosure

Copyright © 2023 The Cubicle Chick · Theme by 17th Avenue