Monster the Bulldog and the Day a Mom Let Go of Her Daughter

Letting go is one of the hardest jobs a mom will ever have.

When Anne’s daughter leaves for Marine Corps boot camp, Monster the Bulldog is determined to stop it. He guards bags. Watches the calendar. Tries to fix what feels impossible. But as Anne learns to hold pride and heartache at the same time, Monster discovers a truth every Marine mom comes to know—love doesn’t end when your child leaves home. It changes.

Told through gentle moments, quiet understanding, and the steady presence of Monster, this heartfelt keepsake honors the emotional journey of raising a daughter strong enough to serve—and the courage it takes to let her go.

Written for Marine moms, military families, and anyone learning how to love from farther away, this book is meant to be read, gifted, and kept.

Perfect for:

Marine Corps boot camp graduations

Military family gifts

Moms navigating pride, worry, and letting go