Not long ago, I had the joy of attending a state finals track meet for high school students. A friend’s son was competing, and I couldn’t miss the chance to see him aim for a state title. As we waited for his race, his parents were bubbling with excitement, and we cheered enthusiastically for every competitor.
When he finally raced across the finish line in first place, my eyes immediately sought out his parents. I saw tears of joy streaming down his father’s face, while his mother squealed with delight. Their son, too, looked straight to the stands for their familiar faces. It struck me: they have always been there for him, and they always will be. It gave me goosebumps.
The Journey of Support
As parents, we proudly cheer for our children from their very first milestones. We celebrated when they rolled over, sat up, crawled, walked, and rode bikes. Each time they accomplished something new, they looked up at us, eager to see our proud smiles and hear our cheers.
But what about the moments of struggle? When they struck out, fell off the balance beam, or finished last? Yes, they glanced back to us then too. And we were cheering for them, just the same. No matter the outcome, we will always be in their corner.
Looking Ahead
As my oldest child prepares to graduate high school this month, I reflect on how much more cheering lies ahead. When he walks across that stage to receive his diploma, I’ll be there celebrating this significant achievement. Yet, my role as his cheerleader will continue, even if it takes a different form as he grows older.
While I might not be in the bleachers or at every event, my support will always be felt. I might be cheering from afar through prayers and good wishes, but my presence will always be there. No matter where life leads him, I will always be his number one fan.
Through Life’s Challenges
I’ll be there for him when he first experiences heartache, urging him to move forward because the right person is out there. I’ll support him when friendships falter, encouraging him to forgive and let go. When he faces challenges in his career, I’ll be there, cheering him on to see beyond temporary setbacks.
I’ll stand by him when life takes unexpected turns, reminding him to keep his humor and faith. I’ll be there when he marries, hoping he becomes the husband his father has been to me. And when he finally holds his own child, I’ll cheer him on to savor every moment of parenting, to cherish each stage of their growth, and to enjoy cheering on the next generation from the sidelines.
Celebrating Together
As he shares those stands with his own children, I’ll be right there alongside him, celebrating every win, every lesson, and every moment.
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In summary, as a parent, my role is to be the unwavering supporter of my children’s dreams and aspirations, cheering for them through every moment of their lives.