Friday was my last official day with Gabe. It was far different than any other last day on the job I have experienced, naturally. It doesn't feel like work with him, just another extension of my life. In so many ways he feels like my own child.
Anticipating the end of the day was far more emotional than when it actually arrived. We spent some of the day packing up his belongings which I think was very good for him. It helps give him the idea that this day was different. It isn't everyday that we send off all his things. In the end, I don't know if he really got what was happening, but I am glad that I communicated with him and gave him a chance to understand. When the packing was done we went out for a celebratory ice cream.
This whole process has been, and continues to be a lesson in loving without attachment. Loving and letting go.
I have been very lucky to be in Gabe life for his first two years. I feel like I have taught and showed him a lot. Mostly about love, patience, creativity, and honesty. And he has taught me about those things in turn.
So, thank you little one, for being the best kind of friend I could have. It has been fun and adventurous and I will always have you in my heart.
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*sniffle sniffle*
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