How nervous should I be??

[HDgirl]

My DD is leaving for Qatar next month for two weeks. Her father has been working there since Feb. of this year. It seems that his company is extending his stay and she told me she may want to stay and do her senior year there.

I have all kinds of emotions about this. We (DD and I) have a very stormy relationship. I have told her it is up to her (as long as her father agrees). It might be a very good thing for her and make her grow up a little.

Maybe I'm just having a letting go issue. I never thought something like this would be a possibility and now it's a reality.

[tbb113]

Which part(s) are you nervous about? The actual distance involved? The area of the world? The fact that she may choose to live with her dad?

Tyra

[HejazSunKat]

If it's the part of the world you're worried about I wouldn't be all that concerned. I've just spent the last 5 years living in the middle east and will probably be going back in the near future. I don't have any hesitations about doing so. I think living in Qatar would be a wonderful and unforgettable experience for your daughter. As Tyra said, what exactly are your concerns about letting her go?

[HDgirl]

Originally posted by tbb113
Which part(s) are you nervous about? The actual distance involved? The area of the world? The fact that she may choose to live with her dad?

Tyra

All of it. Her father hasn't been a hands on father. I am sure that he will better since he is alone out there (his wife decided not to go with him). The area of the world....a little. She will be 18 in November....it would be a good experience for her as HejazSunKat said. I guess the distance may improve our relationship. I can only hope!

Thanks.

[lakelady1]

If you let her go, she will someday understand what a sacrifice you made. If you make her stay (or guilt her into it), she'll never forget it. Take a deep breath and let the babybird fly . . . she and you will both be glad you did.

[BeachBum]

Although it will be hard, I think it will be really great for her to her to get to know her dad a bit better. Plus, if it doesn't work out, you will be there for her with open arms and she can always come home, right? As someone with zero authentic foreign country experiences I think its great that she wants to try something new. Especially considering she will be leaving her friends!

[tbb113]

It would be a great experience...both for her and her father. It might bring them closer. The foreign aspect is great for her, just think if it as a foreign exchange student. I personally would let her go and know that you are there for her if she needs it. Who knows, time away might help your relationship as well.

Tyra