I look around and there are about 5 million things that I could be or should be doing (blogging is not on that list). There are moments throughout the day that I give my kids loves and send them right on their way and get back to whatever I was busy with. I am just coming to a better understanding the light and excitement that they bring into our home. I find myself looking at them and seeing dirty faces, story time, nap time, bed time and then mentally calculating what needs to be done next. Rarely do I just look at them just to see their expressions or to just simply watch them play and discover. I am starting to feel like time is speeding ahead and these moments that have been taking for granted will surely not always be here.Its like butter melting in my hands. I have been anxious for it to start softening but now it won't stop! It just continues little by little and I don't know how to put it back in the fridge. I am aware that this is all normal, you know growing up and all I just wish that they would do it a little slower. I understand that there is no putting the butter back and no matter how hard I try that butter will start to slip right through my fingers no matter how tight the grip is. So from now on I am going to mentally just tell my self to actually look into my girls eyes, watch them play, give them more loves, and snuggle them as long as they will let me.
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i hear you, mama. life cruises by faster and faster. so i guess WE have to be the ones who slow down and take in the small moments. if you figure it out, let me know.
Ok--I am so weapy tonight! But I have been thinking a lot about this lately too (guess we have about the same life right now!) Everyone always says "Don't wish your life away" but it is hard in these tough moments not to want them to be just a little older, then it would be easier. Ya right! I so echo your feelings of not seeing the joy in the handprints on the wall, but thinking of how long I worked to clean up the last ones. I need to do more crafts WITH my kids, instead of doing crafts to get AWAY from my kids. Love it! Thanx for the thoughts Tiff. You guys need to come over soon so we can play. P.S. Do you say your last name mOnsen or mUnsen? Mike and I are not in agreement on it.
I hate that I can almost relate.... I'm going to be a wreck for years
You put the words right in my mouth!! I too, have been thinking about how fast time is going by, because Laynee just turned one. On her birthday I had a "flashback" of the day she was born and I thought to myself "That was so not a year ago, it can't be" but it really was. It really makes me sad. That's why we need to heed what you said and just enjoy the moment. Thx Tiff
I used to think that everyone was crazy for telling me that they grow up so fast and I should enjoy every moment, but seriously, when Hyrum turned five-I think I went into shock! I forget to always enjoy it and love the reminder :o)
You are a very wise person to realize this now and not 20 years from now. There have been many times I wish I could have a day or two with my "little girls". It's especially hard now that they live far from us. I can't see them when ever I want to. Enjoy your family now, you have such a great one,
I SOO needed that reminder today. Thanks!! I love Lindsey's comment about doing crafts WITH your kids and not to get AWAY from them. With that said, we're still getting a b-sitter for girl's night, right? :)
Thanks for the reminder. They do grow up so fast. When I was pregnant with Russell I was telling my dad that I just couldn't wait until he was born and he said "slow down and enjoy each moment. Life goes by too fast to wish it by even faster." I try to remember that.
Great analogy! I know I've said this before, but it's only just begun . . .
This was a really sweet post! Life does go by way too fast. I'm always trying to remind myself to love my life at this exact moment. Don't worry - one day you'll realize that all of that butter has turned into delicious sweet cream!
I can totaly relate to you on this one. It seems like just yesterday I was wishing they could all be in school and now they are started and I want them back. I am with you on trying to enjoy every moment now!
Loved your analogy. Good luck with your new goal. Keep writing.
I love analogies and object lessons and all that great stuff, so the thing about the butter was awesome and very true. And then I just read the comment about it turning to sweet cream (or was that before it was butter...oh well!) and I loved that even more. Just have fun and enjoy every stage along the way. We are really enjoying the grandparent, empty nest, missionary, kids living great lives stage now and the butter truly is sweet cream! Love you Tiff! Mar
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