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Old 21 December 2017, 07:53 AM   #1
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...what a BEAUTIFUL feeling!

....eleven days and 93 minutes ago I dropped my beautiful daughter at the airport.

She had just received all her grades, with great numbers, so my promise to let her visit my brother in AZ was due.

One night before, we went over all issues on traveling alone; this would be her first time by herself; and listening to her speak gave me confidence...she is a gorgeous, mature, smart teenager ready to take over the world. To me, the first time I was letting my baby experience this alone...she had travelled before with friends or family, but never solo.

As I watched her lead the check-in process and double check passport and travel documents; she hugged me and gave my a good-bye kiss. Tears rolled down. We both shared this moment...no words. Just love and some tears.

Today, after a quick business trip, I woke up with a big smile on my face. I have been smiling all day....singing....humming...just in a great mood. Why? My baby is coming back tonight!

As I try to understand this, I get it: there is no understanding. It is pure and simple love. That beautiful warmth in your heart when you know your loved one is coming back....my friends: what a BEAUTIFUL feeling.

Merry Christmas to all of my virtual family; enjoy and savor every moment as time will fly and very soon the Holidays will be over. From my family to all of you, a big hug and our best wishes.

...to me....my baby is coming back home! My life is complete again!

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Old 21 December 2017, 07:58 AM   #2
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Hope she has a great time and safe travels...
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Old 21 December 2017, 08:25 AM   #3
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Old 21 December 2017, 08:59 AM   #4
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Hope she had a great time. What a wonderful father she has! Happy holidays to you both.
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Old 21 December 2017, 09:01 AM   #5
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Love and travel seem to now run in the family. Have a great holiday!
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Old 21 December 2017, 09:38 AM   #6
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well said GG.
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Old 21 December 2017, 01:24 PM   #7
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Old 21 December 2017, 02:13 PM   #8
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Gerardo!
Thank you for your well wishes!
Sharing your special moments evokes memories of some of my own. I wish you the best of Christmases!
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Old 21 December 2017, 03:43 PM   #9
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Old 21 December 2017, 10:39 PM   #10
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My baby is home Soooo happy!!!!!!
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Hope she had a great time. What a wonderful father she has! Happy holidays to you both.
She is very happy indeed, and HOME at last! Happy Holidays!
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A never-ending job that I enjoy. Every day, an exciting experience
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Sharing your special moments evokes memories of some of my own. I wish you the best of Christmases!
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Ditto So far, just looking at her sleep gives me peace.
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Old 21 December 2017, 11:43 PM   #11
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Thank you for sharing that beautiful story. A Very Merry Christmas to you and your family Gerardo.
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Old 21 December 2017, 11:49 PM   #12
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Very nice!! Merry Christmas.
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Nothing quite like the feeling you get when you see your children coming of age.
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Very nice!! Merry Christmas.
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Old 22 December 2017, 01:50 AM   #18
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Superb Gerardo !
My baby is now 26 years old and is coming home to be with us for Christmas and I am so happy !
Merry Christmas to you Gerardo and your family
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Superb Gerardo !
My baby is now 26 years old and is coming home to be with us for Christmas and I am so happy !
Merry Christmas to you Gerardo and your family
I hope you have had a great Christmas! Best wishes!!!!!
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