Today, August 21, 2025, I'm driving our youngest child to college. Anfer is our first to leave home for school, though will thankfully, only be a few hours away. Marta and I view this as the end of our high-impact parenting years and will likely celebrate the moment with a high-five. Our years as parents have been rich in laughter, memory, fulfillment, and yes, of course, effort.

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