it's a challenge adding that on top of this load of already stressful items. there is a lot to keep organized: assignments which become more challenging, registration for test dates, college visits, college follow-ups. in addition there are the friendship issues, boyfriend issues (yuk), teacher issues (not everyone with a degree has experience in this special field, but more on that another time) and of course the eternal "i am old enough to do what i want" teen issues.
while i am glad for summer's calmness, there is always too much time on her hands and that we have found isn't the best for anyone involved. summer job apps are in; now we just need the economy to help out by actually offering her one.
more often than not i catch myself saying "only one more year to go". i know i will be sad to not have my sweet girl here 24/7, but i will also be glad to breathe a little easier knowing i did all that i could to prepare her for that next stage and not have the everyday stress of all the "issues" 24/7 too.