Lindsey had been after me all week to schedule her flight to Memphis for her birthday on the 21st. She's turning 17, and she wants to go spend a few days with her fella. The girl is relentless. I had told her I would think about it, and she took that ball and ran with it.
I needed to talk with his mom first to make sure that she was aware of the plans and is, in fact, willing to take responsibility for my daughter. In other words, had she been invited, or had she invited herself? She assured me that Lindsey is welcome to come and stay with her while BF (boyfriend) stays with his dad. They will not be unsupervised.
I asked her how she felt about BF driving to Memphis to meet Lindsey at the airport (I can't afford tickets to Little Rock), and she suggested that a friend accompany him. I agreed, since Lindsey had mentioned that she would be concerned about his making the drive alone. That was Thursday.
Lindsey talked with BF to find out the best time to schedule the flight, and he told her that his step-dad will be coming with him to meet her. The earlier the flight, the better, so he can get back to work. She wants to fly out on Wednesday and return on Sunday.
When I checked the flight schedules Friday morning, the Sunday flight was almost double the price of the Saturday flight. I suggested a Tuesday night flight, returning Saturday instead, but BF's step-dad had already made arrangements for Wednesday morning. When I got home Friday evening, BF wanted to talk to me. He offered to help pay for her return flight so she can stay until Sunday. I accepted.
That's when he told me that his mom is also taking off work Wednesday so they all can spend the day in Memphis. And, just like that, any doubts I had about letting her go vanished. Completely.
I'm not sure they know how much their kindness blesses my heart. But I am sure Lindsey knows that she is loved.
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You may have made a new friend with this mom. She sounds pretty special. :>)
Isn't it neat how God puts His hand on things when we let him. You have been so faithful and stuck to your guns. I"m proud of both of you :)
Want to talk soon- call me some evening when you get home :)
It has to feel good that both his parents are going out of their way to welcome her. They sound like responsible parents and that's a big relief. And by the way, happy birthday to her!
The parents sound responsible. It sounds like she'll be safe. What a blessing for both of you.
Brenda,
Thankyou for making sure both parties know exactly what you expect as a parent. I am glad this young man knows your expectations and has integrity for your daughter. They will all thankyou in the long run.
I am still praying for yall.
Sounds like you have really covered the basis. The parents do sound responsible. And how lovely that he offered to help pay.
Sounds like you're thinking a bit more kindly toward the young man.
Your comment to me today hit the nail on the head in a way I hadn't really thought of before. Thank you!
17-year-olds go out of state to see "fellas"? Really? Oh, my sweet merciful days, I'm WAY not ready for this stuff!
Come quickly, Lord Jesus! Like before Teen Queen turns 17!
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