Sad but true

The other morning Bailey and I were having a rough time relating to each other.  I don't remember what started the "disagreement" but it was a good one.  Bailey took off for the basement, and I followed to try to talk it out.  She informed me that she wanted to be left alone and that she needed some time to herself.  I wasn't very happy about that and persisted, but she made it very clear that she wanted me to leave.  Back upstairs I tried to calm down and give her a bit of time alone.  After a few minutes I heard her sneak up the stairs and leave something for me.  I figured it was a note saying she was sorry and that she loved me.  It wasn't.  It was this:

 

If you aren't used to kid spelling it says "I love you Mom but we don't have to be together every minute of our life." Well I guess she told me.  I cried.  Lots.  And then some more.  Then I went to find her and made it very clear that no matter how far apart we are I love her more than I could say and would do anything for her at anytime.  And then I had to accept that it is time to let go just a bit.  I think my little girl is growing up whether I like it or not.  It is probably good that she starts kindergarten tomorrow because it is true that we don't need to be together every minute of our life.  Sad but true.  I might cry again.  It won't be the last time.  I love you Bailey Bug.  You are truly one of a kind.