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To My Children: I Will Always Be Your Supporter
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend a state finals track meet at a local high school. A dear friend’s son was competing, and I couldn’t pass up the chance to witness him vie for a state title. The excitement in the air was palpable, especially among his parents, who were practically bursting with pride as we eagerly awaited his event.
As we cheered for him during his race, I felt a wave of joy when he crossed the finish line in first place. My gaze immediately shifted to his parents. I noticed tears of joy streaming down his father’s face while his mother let out a squeal of pure happiness. The first thing their son did after winning was to look to the stands, searching for their familiar faces. In that moment, I realized how vital their presence is in his life, and it gave me chills.
As parents, we enthusiastically support our children from their very first achievements. When they roll over for the first time, we cheer. When they sit up unassisted, we cheer. Their milestones, from crawling to riding a bike to hitting a home run, are all celebrated with our loud encouragement.
But what about the times they face setbacks? When they strike out, fall off the balance beam, or come in last place? They still look for us in the stands, and yes, we are cheering for them, even in those challenging moments. Our support is unwavering.
This month, my oldest child will graduate high school. As he walks across that stage to receive his diploma, I will be there, cheering for this remarkable accomplishment. However, my role as his supporter will continue long after this milestone.
Though the days of attending his tee-ball games may be over, I will be cheering from a different vantage point—the sidelines of his life. I may not be physically present in the bleachers, but my encouragement will always be felt through my thoughts and prayers. Regardless of how far life takes him, he will always have my unwavering support.
I’ll stand by him through the ups and downs: when he faces the heartache of lost love, cheering for him to move forward; when he experiences betrayal, encouraging him to forgive; and when he encounters challenges in the workplace, reminding him that one setback does not define his future.
I’ll be there to help him recognize the goodness that persists in the world, even amid darkness. I’ll encourage him to maintain his sense of humor when life doesn’t go as planned. When he marries, I’ll cheer for him to embody the qualities of a loving husband, just as his father has shown me. And when he finally grasps his dreams, I’ll remind him to appreciate all the blessings he has received.
As he holds his own child for the first time, I’ll cheer him on as he learns the beauty of parenthood. I’ll encourage him to savor every moment and to embrace the joy of supporting his own children from the stands of their lives.
And just when he thinks he’s alone in those stands, I’ll remind him that his father and I will be there too, cheering him on every step of the way.
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In summary, my commitment to being your biggest supporter will never fade. I will always be here to cheer you on, no matter where life takes you.