So sad and overwhelmed

**welshgirl** · 19-07-2013, 10:12 AM

I know we all like a little moan about parents, but mine have all been wonderful. I said goodbye to a family today, 2 sisters, had one from when she was one till she started at mums school (she is a teacher) and big sister last day with me today as she starts senior school in sept. They came today with the most precious and generous gift, and some wonderful words in a card. I feel so emotional and overwhelmed. I have become particularly close to this family and I know we will stay in touch, but as mum said its the end of an era. There were lots of tears and hugs at my house this morning. Here is a pic, I know I will think of them every time I wear it.

image-1880082959.jpg

**Samijanec** · 19-07-2013, 10:14 AM

Awe what a lovely family. You must be so chuffed. Xx

**Mouse** · 19-07-2013, 10:15 AM

We really do become so attached to some families & it's hard when they leave.

It sounds as if they'll miss you every bit as much as you'll miss them

**beerheaven** · 19-07-2013, 10:53 AM

One of my mum's used the phrase 'end of an era' too recently. Made me cry!!

Good that you will still be in touch. Sounds like you did a fantastic job and the family really appreciates all your hard work.

Well done you!!

**sarah707** · 19-07-2013, 10:55 AM

Oh my word that's beautiful! Hugs xx

**hectors house** · 19-07-2013, 12:44 PM

That's beautiful how lovely to hear a story of appreciative parents for a change, enjoy wearing your necklace - a special gift for a special childminder.

**Kirstylob** · 19-07-2013, 01:02 PM

Lucky you :-)

**The Juggler** · 19-07-2013, 01:04 PM

aww honey. I feel for you. I'm a bit emotional myself this week. despite my ragign 2 year olds, I'm gonna be a mess when they all leave next week

**Stapleton83** · 19-07-2013, 01:19 PM

That is beautiful you obviously deserved it.

Sam x

**wendywu** · 19-07-2013, 01:29 PM

Such a lovely gift

**migimoo** · 19-07-2013, 01:31 PM

So pretty,it's lovely to know you've been a special person to that family isn't it?

**shortstuff** · 19-07-2013, 01:31 PM

How lovely to have a very beautiful keepsake x and to have received it from children you percieve to be beautiful to just adds to it x

**KatieFS** · 20-07-2013, 09:19 PM

I feel the same. First time I've said goodbye to family ice been close to. Family with 2 siblings. Going to miss them. Mum got me such lovely gifts and card with such special messages in, each child had written me card (5 and 9 y/o)
Been feeling emotional. Did not like the goodbye bit when there is a bond there...