Around three, maybe four, years ago, on one of Anthony’s good days, he and I shifted a heap of junk out of a back shed because Ants had an idea that we could make this shed into a place for Ming.
Over time, we have gradually had it renovated and Ming slept there last night for the first time. He’s still allowed to come for dinner but if he misbehaves I can just tell him to go home – haha!
jmgoyder 
And does he have the facilities to entertain you to a meal?
Ha – not quite!
Who does the washing?
Ah you have given me a great topic for a post!
More importantly, does he do his own washing and ironing now?
(and when you said ‘shed’, you didn’t mean ‘doghouse’ by any chance)?
Haha – I’ll take a photo of the shed tomorrow. Oh, and what does the word Ironing mean – ha!
How exciting! And sad that he’s big enough to do that 🙂
It’s not fully done – that shed – but getting there.
I love the step-away from home but with a safe (read comfortable) proximity to home.making the huge transition to independence not such tug on the heart strings. I was relieved to read he is not far from you. ~
Moved and moved ….. still hanging on your skirt edge *laughing – at least it’s the first step …
You’re lucky he’s still nearby to come for dinner! My daughter is moving to San Francisco in a few weeks– way too far from New Jersey to come for a quick visit.
another milestone…happy weekend!
Brilliant! His own man cave!
Allowed to come for dinner but must go home if he misbehaves? I’ve been given that exact stipulation for most of my life, actually. Now you can keep a close eye on all his goings on.
Who was more excited? Or sad? Do you have to call before dropping in? 🙂
Sounds like an excellent way to ease into the empty nest syndrome.
Hee, hee!
Julie, there is MOVED and then there is moved, I think Ming just moved LOL LOL LOL. But it is a step in the right direction. I remember the 1st time I moved out, Mom came to the tiny apartment once a week and stocked the refrig and cleaned the placed. I never thanked her as much as I should have. Hind sight is always 20/20. But know this Ming is thanking you even if the words aren’t coming from his mouth. Take care, Bill
Julie – you had me worried – this is GREAT!!! xo
What is nice is that he can be independent and still be near to you.
I always thought that if I’d ever gotten married, I would live in the guest house and only come over for meals and TLC! Does Ming like his little get-away?
“A small step for man, but a huge step for a son”…
now he gets to experience real freedom. o boy, he sure is growing up
It’s one giant step for Mingkind.
Fun!
Onya Ming.
It is a first step, and going towards independence. WOOHOO!!! pst…..what time do you want me to bring over the booze and we can party? 😉
It’s a good thing! He’s making good steps toward independence. Actually, I’m more worried about you than Ming! 🙂 I still have my middle child – almost 25 – still at home, but he’s moving in August to Arkansas for a doctoral program. Fortunately, he and I get along well, so I’ll really miss him when he’s gone. Yes, I’m ready to cut the last of five apron strings.
What a great idea I always wished we could had a place like that for my girls…………
ooo..I’d like my own renovated shed. I’m jealous. Not for the spawn, for me. 🙂
A lovely piece of news – I thought he had gone somewhere else from your title! Nice for you both to have a little space xx
Always nice to have your own digs.
nothing brings you closer than a little space:)
I caught my breath there for a minute there Julie. So glad he’s still in town. 🙂
He’s not far away then? 🙂 Is Ming happy with his new-found independence?
Julie, I read the title and my mind was screaming “WHAT?”
Glad to know it’s just outback. 😉
I bet he loves having a place of his own! What a neat idea–for both of you.