Hi HeidiHo,
I so understand what you are going thru, it is very difficult I think for a Mother to see their babies grow up and leave the nest. It really is quite an adjustment. My son was ready to spread his wings and begin his life as a grown man, so I ventured to The Villages. I absolutely love The Villages, and all the wonderful friends I have met, but I dont love living so far away from my son. But with great, understanding friends, each day gets alittle easier. I am very glad I have stuck it out thusfar and hoping to see him at Christmas. You will have great times and good days, but there is nothing wrong with a tear here and there when something reminds us of our children.
I was even thinking of starting a group or a club like a Lonely Mother's Heart Club Band lol, of course I will have to come up with a better name lol. I am sure there are lots of other Mother's out there that miss their children, and maybe we can turn it into a fun friends time with laughs and memories rather than being sad and crying.
I really hope you feel better soon. For my experience, I feel better each day, especially when I drive around the squares etc. and realize how lucky I am to live in such a beautiful place with such nice people.
I am babbling here lol, but another thing is, if you like your space and private times that isnt a problem either. You can choose to do whatever you want to do and when you want to do it. I must say I sure do enjoy floating around in the pool whenever I want, its like being on vacation 24/7!
I wish you the very best,
Jeanne