Joanna Gaines Says Farewell to Son Drake with Heartfelt Photo as He Heads Off to College: “Always Challenging”

Joanna Gaines is temporarily parting ways with her son. As her son Drake, who is 18 years old, prepared to start college in the fall, the 46-year-old HGTV personality

posted a touching snapshot to Instagram on Thursday, Aug. 8. Gaines is embraced by her kid, who is holding his mother’s arms, while wearing a bright baseball hat and large sunglasses.

“Goodbyes are never easy,” Gaines captioned her photo. “Lots of love to all the parents sending their kids off to school this season 🤍.”

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