I took my first big solo trip in years. My son's independence was the unexpected reward.

The author stressed before leaving for a 10-day trip about her 11-year-old. Courtesy of the author While I was traveling to Greenland, my son unexpectedly became independent. He started taking the bus and making his own lunches without me. The experience gave both of us more confidence and freedom. I love to travel, but I rarely take solo trips because it's hard to be away from my family. I miss my children when we are apart, but the practicalities of packing lunches and shuffling kids to ...