I know it’s what everyone says as the watch their babies growing up, but really, I don’t know where the time has gone. Tomorrow my little one turns two, and I am filled with a strange mix of joy and sadness. I am joyful for the milestones reached and the wonderful journey it has been and will continue to be, but I am taken aback by how quickly it is all happening. Every time I go through William’s clothes I am reminded that he’s leaving his babyhood behind.
I always feel this way just before my children celebrate their birthday’s, especially those of my youngest and oldest. I wonder if I am making the most of this precious time that I have with them. Are we concentrating on the important things?
You might be thinking, “Uh, oh, the terrible two’s!” But I love having a two year old in the home. I am of the opinion that every home should have one. 🙂 It’s such an incredible time of wonder and discovery of laughter and fun. It’s a time of growing independence, but also of needing Mommy for a cuddle after waking up or falling down.
And so… I say good-bye to William’s babyhood with a tinge of sorrow, but I am looking ahead with joy to the new adventures we will have.
aww…thanks Rachel. When i read your blog i take a big sigh and think that i must make an effort to slow down and soak it all in. This was just what i needed to read so i could turn this day around and have it end much better than it began. You have such a beautiful family, and they are so blessed to have such an amazing mom. Becky
Becky, I feel so blessed that you take the time to read my blog and for this sweet comment. It’s so so easy to let the days rush past without taking the time to enjoy my children. I guess that’s true for all of us with little ones! Blessings to you and your family. Love, Rachel
I could say the same! Terrible twos ain’t anything compared to once they’re teenagers. LOL! Yeah, I hear you out on babies growing up. My youngest, Josef, is turning four in two days. My, how fast time flies. If there was a gift of turning back time… Alas, we can only hold moments as they come. That’s why I don’t ever wanna miss out on anything 🙂 My eldest who’s now 17 is always telling me, “How come you never forget the mushiest details of me in diapers!” LOL!
I don’t have any teens yet, but my oldest is 11 so it’s just around the corner! Time really does go by so quickly and I really, really don’t want to waste this precious time while my little ones are young.
I like the idea of holding the moments. Regret is kind of wasteful too I guess. I just want to enjoy the gifts that I’ve been given.
I love two year olds!! They are so fun at that age! I miss having little ones in my house. Happy birthday to your sweet little one! 🙂
Thank you for the birthday blessing Donetta! Just one more sleep. 😉 I was looking after 5 little boys ages 1 and 2 a little while ago and it was such a blast!