I snapped this photo on our roof tonight, as my nephew, Finn, set a party balloon free.
I never got around to posting a weekend links post, did I? I had very good intentions, but things got pretty busy, and the next thing I knew...the weekend was over already!
Today we threw a little celebration in honor of J's 3rd birthday, which is coming up on June 11.
The festivities got me thinking about how fast the time is flying by -- how quickly my babies are growing up. Tonight I feel a little bit of that Mama wistfulness.
Just three years ago I had yet to give birth! Now I have a son who loves films and books and maps and dancing and running and climbing and basketball and pizza and saying big new words like "essentially" and "Greenland".
It's a lot to comprehend, as a mother. Exciting and sweet and sad, all at the same time.
And it's days like today that just make me want to be still and observe every moment and every milestone and somehow preserve them forever before they're gone!
But it doesn't matter how many photos I take, or how many notes I write down, or how many blog posts I post. I can't hang on to this.
So: I am reminded to be more present. More still. To give my boys as much love and attention as I can, every day. To cherish their fleeting childhoods.
'Cause time really does fly.
Lovely thoughts. It's amazing how quickly it goes, isn't it? Thanks for the post. I will now go snuggle mine a little closer!
ReplyDeleteBeing present...such a constant battle, isn't it? (Essentially.) Love that red balloon. x
ReplyDeleteamen, and so true for everyone, not just the mamas. :)
ReplyDeleteYou were born yesterday and today you are 31. It goes by in the blink of an eye.
ReplyDeleteOh Leigh, you made me cry this morning!
ReplyDeleteYes, it all flies by. We can't hold on, much as we might want to. And yes, the only thing to do is be still, quiet, present, savoring every moment. There is much wisdom in your wistfulness.
Sending big hugs & love for your ever-expanding mama heart & soul.
xoxo
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ReplyDeleteDon't you wish you could bottle it all up and hold on to it forever!
ReplyDeleteLoved your post, I think I will take some time to "be still" today.
Wonderful post Leigh!
ReplyDeleteMy son Kai is turning 5 on June 11. How did we not know they shared a birthday??
Doesn't it though? Beautiful post, Leigh.
ReplyDeletethere is so much happiness in witnessing their growth and expansion...and yet that sad ache for wanting time to stand still for just a while. just wait! I whole-heartedly understand. That photo is fabulous Leigh...x
ReplyDeletewow, it's the red balloon! gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYes, it does. I'm experiencing many of these same feelings/thoughts.
ReplyDeleteMy 3-year-old just seems so old sometimes. She understands so much. She is kind and sweet and funny and beautiful...and she is growing up.
I want to savor every moment.
stephanie@metropolitanmama.net
This was a beautifully written post, Leigh! I think I need to remember to be more present as well.
ReplyDeleteAwesome post and amazing photo.
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