New Groove

Two and a half years ago, my eldest son packed his bags and left home to study in Brussels. The city he now owns. He was ready. So, I let him go.

Last September, it happened again. My second son packed his things, said his goodbyes, and stepped into his own new life.

By now, it’s a routine. Packing up, making sure they have what they need. Fruit, some cheese, a few home comforts tucked into their bags. A quick hug, a last reminder, and off they go. Their clothes are clean, their backpacks are full, and they’re eager to get back to their independent lives.

Letting go is never easy, but it’s part of the deal. They grow, they move on, they find their own way. I miss them both more than I admit, but that’s not the point. The point is seeing them stand on their own two feet, creating their own rhythm, their own groove.

The artwork for New Groove refers to the line “we send pictures of cats”. That’s how we stay connected—small moments, little check-ins. A funny meme, a quick “mama, what spices go in this?”, or even “mama, I need your advice…”. That ongoing conversation, those everyday messages, they keep us close. A thread that never breaks, no matter how far they go.

I dedicate this song to all mothers and fathers, and to all children finding their new groove.