I have three kids that can tie their own shoe laces.
I have two kids that are in the "big kid" hall at school.
How did this happen?
If I think about it too much, I get all choked up. This whole parenting thing hasn't been easy but it's the most fun, fulfilling job out there... and we get to do it three times!
This passed weekend we were at a beautiful wedding. It was my husband's cousin and we happen to be close to her parents as they are in our life helping us with looking after our kids from time to time, inviting our family over to their cottage and home. They have raised some magnificent children of their own and I was watching them during the festivities. They are so proud and happy but I could see the look of sadness to, only because she is grown up now. Getting married is just another sign of children moving on with their lives.
That yellow school bus takes our kids away each day to a wonderful place that provides them with experiences I cannot give them myself. As much as I love when they leave, I am always a wee bit sad. Each year, they are getting more independent and I am so proud of them that they are happy to take more freedom. It's exactly what we wish for but it gives me that lump in my throat also.
So my wish is to continue to savour the moments because some day our kids will be having kids of their own and they will feel what I am feeling. Well that's something to look forward to... I can cuddle their babies but then give them back to them when it's time for bed or I can play with my grand kids but not have to deal with their tantrums.
Okay now that's looking way, way too far in the future. Enough of that nonsense.
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| This sweet photo was taken by my good friend, Rhonda, a few years ago. |
