I can totally relate to this post - I so experience the mourning for what my children once were. I even look at the photos of Max only 2 months ago, how small he was and think about how I will never hold that tiny little guy again. I love him as he is now but miss who he was. I am guilty of being greedy for my children.
I miss the days of Matthew and I all alone going to Kroger, pointing out the colors of the flowers and fruits, the noise of the truck wheels - his deep interest in and concentration on his world.
I miss my Lily, who was such a good baby, so round and pretty and earnest.
I miss my Laura when she cut off a huge clump of her long hair and Shannon turned the mess into the cutest little pixie do, she was so naughty and she made me so mad, but now that I could go back and not be mad at her...
And then there is Annie Rose, ah my sweet almost 4 year old....
ahh, my sweet Annie Rose.
I love that there is something of who they were in who they are now.
I am so blessed to have these children, can I announce that out loud?
I cherish these days.
These days will not come again, but are still a part of me. Check out Ann's post for some lovely words and gentle music!
Your post is so sweet! Children are wonderful. I still miss the "little" girl that is now my 33-year-old daughter!
ReplyDeleteso heartfelt..and i so understand and mine are nearly four yrs and four months. but i ache over this fourth birthday coming up - it is the gentle balance wanting to hold on and let them go. an ebb & flow - but a common connection for mothers everywhere.
ReplyDeleteI am touched by this...and the photo really made me stop and almost tear up. A mother of 5 year old boy and 2 year old girl, I find myself in the longing stage already...but, like you, oh so thankful for what is. How blessed we are!
ReplyDeleteShona, this post is just beautiful! My 'babies' are 28 and 25 and I can honestly say I still remember in detail the day they were both born. I miss my little boys while I revel in the men they are becoming. I am prouder of them by the day but they will always be my babies :-)
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful that you are so in touch with being in the moment - cherishing every detail of watching your children grow. These memories will always live in your heart no matter how much time passes.
ReplyDeleteSuch sweet post, Shona. I share these same sentiments.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you ladies, I was so happy to share this link with you. I don't feel so alone in my crazy momma feelings :)
ReplyDeletea blessed tribute mom!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully put! I knew you'd like the post. :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post and beautiful picture! These moments sure do pass quickly, don't they?
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