What Moms Say and What They Really Think

For those of you in the throes of this transition, this incredible real-time transition of your child entering adulthood–perhaps you’re like me.  As my smart, capable, independent, thoughtful son begins to fly the nest, I’ve tuned into my inner dialogue these days and it is loud. I’ve been biting back my reflex responses.  Often.

At a recent graduation celebration for my son, surrounded by family and friends, I burst into tears. That really isn’t my style. I surprised myself. My close friend...