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I let my only son move to America but now I’m worried he’ll never come back
DEAR DEIDRE: I GAVE my only son my blessing to move to the US but now I wish I’d stopped him going.
He’s so far away. I miss him terribly and can’t stop crying.
I’m scared he’ll settle down in America and never come back
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I know I’m being selfish.
He’s 25 and having the time of his life. He has a good job, has made friends there and found a girlfriend.
But I’m scared he’ll settle down there and never come back. Then I’d never see my future grandchildren.
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We talk on Zoom and he sends photos and messages too. But it’s not enough.
I’m 52 and have a fulfilling job and a partner, so I’m not lonely or bored. I haven’t told my son how I feel because I don’t want to worry him.
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DEIDRE SAYS: It is difficult for any parent to let their child go. But you have done a great job in raising him, making him happy and independent.
The fact he gets in touch so often shows how much he loves you.
Try not to worry about things that might happen in the future. He might not stay there forever.
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Try to see his move as an opportunity for you to experience America together.
In the meantime, do talk about your feelings with your partner and friends.
