Word of encouragement... the wonderful relationship you two share now will be getting even better very soon!!!
You have been a great parent, amazing cheerleader and support system for Dani. She is an amazing young lady and this is just another step in her reaching her full potential. She will be back often I'm sure to inquire about and soak up more wisdom from her Mommy and Daddy.
When you just don't think you can handle it anymore, just call me! 
Well since I have never had a child leave home yet I don't have much wisdom for you. Except now your talk will be more grown up. I know that you guy's have grown her up knowing and loving the Lord. She is such a blessing to all that she meets. You have actually spend your life for this very moment rasing her to be a Godley woman serving our Lord. Next she will be getting married and that having kids so did I MAKE your head spin for a second. I will be praying for you, Love, Char
My oldest is only 11, so I have no wisdom for you. i will offer up my prayers, though.
Hugs...I've haven't been there yet, but I can imagine how hard it will be when I do get there. May God comfort you.
Praying here! *Hugs-a-bunch*
My heart hurts for you. My mom has been going through a rough time as her youngest child gets ready to leave home, but I think that in the long run it's going to be a good thing for her. The ultimate goal of raising kids IS to have them able to live happily on their own, but my gosh, I can't even imagine how hard that must be.
Bless you, bless you. It seems like you have raised an incredible daughter who will always serve the Lord. I can't imagine your feelings right now. I have only just sent my first to kindergarten. I'm sure she will do great. And, in time you will too,
I'm glad your daughter is moving in with wonderful roomates. Big (((HUGS))) to you.
Kelli
This sounds awful to me. In that, I-know-it's-what-we-have-to-do-but-it-breaks-
my-heart kind of way. I'm thinking of you. She's a great girl, I'm sure of it and everything will come together for both of you.
wow. it seems like such a long way off for me but hearing you talk about it makes it seem that much closer.
i'll keep you in my prayers.
Ugh I both dread and look forward to that particular rite of passage. ((big)) hugs to you Randi. xoxo melzie
Ack!
I have just 2 more years... but I bet they go fast!!!!
My son is 19 and is in the Marine Corps. You can read about my saga in my blog. It was awful in the beginning, I cannot lie. But as time went on, I realized just what I'm capable of enduring, and what my son is capable of accomplishing! Not just doing his own laundry and matching socks, but big stuff too, like planning for his future and working his plan. I never imagined.
How far away is she going? Call lots. Start a pencil-and-paper journal. She will have something tangible to read when SHE sends her own daughter into the world.
Prayers,
Mary
Prayers and many hugs, Randi.
Randi,
I'm sure I'm the "senior" commenter here. The first child to leave is always a bit heart wrenching. To me, it was harder when both our children had left. The house was just so quiet. You still have a good many years of children still at home. Your oldest will be in and out and still look to you for guidance and wisdom.
This is why we raise our children: So they can become independent adults. It shows you've done a wonderful job!
(((hugs)))
Oh, I am going to be in your shoes in no time! Don't know how I'll handle it either. With God and the prayers of faithful friends...
Praying for you!
Jeanne
I found it really hard when my eldest son went away to college. I was really pleased he had done well & I was excited for him. We knew it was coming but I was not ready for the bereavement emotions I and my 2 year toddler experienced!
When the next son moved out, just to next town, it was easier.
They have come back to live with us on odd occasions ( as my husband says 'They are like the tide, they come in they go out, come back, they go out...' Now I have 3 sons living away & very grown up (1 even married!this year)I have grown used to and accepted my new role and it is very OK even good! I will pray for you!
Alison from the UK
I wrote about our oldest son on his own in this post: http://campclan.blogspot.com/200...moving-
day.html. It's a difficult thing, but inevitable. Blessings to you and your daughter.
Oh wow. I can't even imagine what that would feel like yet....
Hang in there. This is what you were preparing her for...and I'm sure you've done a fabulous job!
Randi, I know this must be very hard emotionally for you. I will keep you in my prayers.
Our son moved to a college campus in 2000 for 4 years, and it was harder on his dad than on me--mainly because everyone in the world was praying for my emotions. Everyone forgot Dad. So please pray for your husband thru all this, too. It may not seem that he's as emotionally involved as you, but from my experience my husband definitely was. And sadly I didn't know it at the time!
When my son graduated and moved back to our area for more schooling, we counseled him to live at home: 1)we'd help him get thru medical school by furnishing housing and food 2) he would have accountability in spiritual matters 3) he'd still be a part of our family until marriage. He elected not to follow that advice and moved into an apartment. We've already seen advantages of him being closer to his studies but also have seen advantages and less hardship if he'd stayed home. Only God knows what was right in that situation.
Our other 3 (20, 21, 23) are all still at home and hopefully will be until marriage--especially our daughters as we'd like them under their father's headship and protection until they're under their husband's. I know this sounds very old-fashioned thinking, but it's what has worked for us. Needless to say, it will be harder than ever for me when they do get married after having them home for longer than is usually expected.
Thanks for sharing your request, Randi, so we can know better how to pray. And I agree with other commenters that your daughter will be home again for your advice and sweet fellowship, and she'll realize that home is a special place where her parents will always love her.
Randi,
You know I sympathize. My daughter will be moving into an apartment in August. I take comfort in knowing that she does not belong to me. She was given to me to raise and by letting her go, we will all gain...maybe a son-in-law and some grandchildren.
I've already gained another friend. :o)
More importantly, she has gained more faith and trust in the Lord. She has blossomed through this first year of college with many challenges.
Her heart is to be a Mom and raise lots of children and then have a career when they are all grown up, if the Lord tarries.
My husband is also struggling with her leaving, but we both know that this is what she is to do.
We've committed her into the Lord's hands and we know that whatever we commit to Him, is safe in His hands.
Blessings and Prayers (and a hug too!)
Karen
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