driveby Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 Holy crap ma, I read to the part right before "left for college" and I thought this was about to be a "my son died" thread. Don't scare me like that. God no. If that had happened, you wouldn't see a post here. I'd either be in a padded room or getting ready to eat a bullet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spain Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 He's going to be a Chemical Engineer. I'm not too worried. Cool! He will be another conservative for sure! Working for Exxon, Dupont, et al... No bleeding heart social worker, college prof, or ambulance chaser! Great job DB! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 Good post. I weigh most decisions like this--In 10 years, when I look back, which decision will result in me looking back without regret. That's why now I tend to run myself ragged between coaching two soccer teams, scout leader, volunteering at school, etc. I blinked, and my boys are 7 and almost 10. I'm going to blink again and I'll be in driveby's shoes. I don't plan on looking back with regret over wasted opportunity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westvirginia Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 Sheesh, mine are 6 and 4 and I can't imagine. But look at it this way - the older I get, the more I understand and the closer I get to my Dad. But DB, I went to a very liberal college and the questions they couldn't answer did more to affirm my conservatism/libertarianism than anything. I'm sure he'll come out fine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicCEO Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 Nah, he has a smokin' hot gf. He stole Thews' girlfriend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venus Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 I have 10 more years before that time. I do intend on cherishing it all. At least he's fairly close to home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furd Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 He's going to be a Chemical Engineer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clubfoothead Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 I'm sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxfactor Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 And as I hung up the phone, it occurred to me, He'd grown up just like me. My boy was just like me. I don't care how many times I hear it, that song brings a tear to my eye, as do these real life stories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardrocker Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Great Post I have 4, oldest is 7. Three of em started school last Monday. Wife and I can't believe how fast it is going by. Sounds like you have done a great job. Congrats and good luck. Hardrocker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REZ Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 My oldest one is going to start his 3rd year of college this year. I have enough kids that I don't even miss him. J/K......stay in contact. I talk to him at least once a week while he's gone and he also scores me free football tickets so I drift down there a couple times during the fall to see him and he comes home at least once a month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrograde assault Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 My mom told me my dad cried when I went away to the Army. She told me that after he had died and it surprised me. My sons haven't left yet but I know it will be tough when they do and I understand how you feel Driveby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBoog Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Also, think what a fine upstanding socially conscientious liberal he'll be once college is done with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scorcher Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 What song was that? Cats in the cradle? What I'm feeling like Dad Is the Florida car keys See ya later Can I have them please? You have to remember that Mark Twain quote:(and I'm paraphrasing) "When I was 14 I thought my dad wasn't too intelligent: but by the time I was 21 I couldn't believe how smart he had become!" Your son is off on his own new adventure, but at the end of it you guys will be closer than you could ever imagine! He will be a young man and you will be so proud! He will want your advice and your wisdom. You will see him start a career, marry and have children of his own. Right now these are unknown entities for you, but trust me : as they evolve and as both of you grow (and don't forget, all this time you are growing as well): you will love and embrace these moments and hold them as close to your heart as you did the day you first heard him cry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDFFFreak Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 (edited) Funny. My wife and I were just talking about this today and we have a 4 month old daughter. I am just trying to enjoy every moment. The day she goes off to college (hopefully) will be bittersweet. Happy she's going to college and grown up well, but sorry to see her go. I got a ways to go, but everyone says it goes fast. Edited August 22, 2006 by TDFFFreak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Footballjoe Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Hey Driveby, I know your feelings well. I took my daughter to college this past weekend. She is 8 hours away. I was just thinking of her as I was reading the posts and was hoping she would call. I figured I would not call her tonight because I figured she is getting to know her new friends. This entire week is devoted to training the kids for school and she has been very busy. We have spoken and she seems to be adjusting well, mabe too well. Anyhow I did my job and I hope she will make good decisions while away. I will talk to her tomorrow but will not see her until November but I know she is pursuring her dream. Now that I am thinking about it I miss her even more and will not sleep well tonight. Thanks driveby. Just kidding. If you need to talk, we are here for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
driveby Posted May 10, 2010 Author Share Posted May 10, 2010 I can't believe it's already been 4 years. This Saturday he graduates, with honors, a Chemical Engineer. And he's still a great young man. Now if he could only find a job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveman_Nick Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 I feel lost in a time trap here. I remember this post when it went up, but if you asked me when it was I would have said this past September. Time marches while you aren't paying attention... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 I can't believe it's already been 4 years. This Saturday he graduates, with honors, a Chemical Engineer. And he's still a great young man. Now if he could only find a job. My daughter's BF graduated as a chemical engineer and found a job with ease. He's on good money now, running cutting edge projects for a giant multinational. Admittedly that's three or four years back when he was hired but chemical engineer is a crapload better than any liberal arts degree. He'll get a job, no worries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 I feel lost in a time trap here. I remember this post when it went up, but if you asked me when it was I would have said this past September. Time marches while you aren't paying attention... No kiddin'... can you imagine the debauchery that kid musta enjoyed in these four short years? Oh... wait... ... graduates, with honors, a Chemical Engineer. ... Congrats, driveby and son! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 I can't believe it's already been 4 years. This Saturday he graduates, with honors, a Chemical Engineer. And he's still a great young man. Now if he could only find a job. Sweet. Congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby's Hubby Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 I know the Oil and Gas industry hires these engineers like Al Davis drafts for speed. Congrats on raising such a graduate. Here's to watching his successes and to more happy times ahead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 This Saturday he graduates, with honors, a Chemical Engineer. And he's still a great young man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocknrobn26 Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 Congrats! My best to him and his future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alchico Posted May 10, 2010 Share Posted May 10, 2010 Congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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