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I often feel like I miss the boat on my Carpe Diem moments. I know how absolutely true it is that our lives pass by quicker than a blink of an eye. I think it was only yesterday that I was bringing Kyle home from the hospital. He will be 13 next month. Yikes! Now my May will be 1 next month, Colton starts young five's in the fall and Noah will be in 5 day a week school. With this knowledge of the reality of my children growing and moving forward with their lives I am always "trying" (used losely) to soak up every second of motherhood. Many days I fail miserably. The daily chores consume me, the kids push to many buttons and the constant lack of sleep turn me into a zombie of ritual. Than, all at once some random moment will stop me in my tracks and snap me back into my Diem. Oh how I love those little things.
Jenna giggling
Noah calling Jenna "Sweetness" in the most tender voice I have ever heard
Colton telling me he loves me "more than a hot dog" at a moment when I really need to hear it
Kyle sharing a special moment of his day with me
John snagging a hug as he passes me in the kitchen
I have many heart stealing moments every day. Moments that I know are precious and should be cherished because they too will pass quicker than I can imagine. I might "miss the boat" more than I care to admit, but I am graciously embracing my blessings. I thank God for little "big" moments that he sends to remind me to Carpe Diem.
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| I love to watch her explore the world around her |
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| She is always so curious what her brothers are doing |
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| She is trying to learn to stand |
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| What's not to love? |
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| A million baby toys and she plays with the hot wheel car |
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| Finally a doll buggy in the house and what does it get used for? To transport weapons of course! |
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| Colton is so sweet, sharing his popsicle |
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| Yeah! Her hair is long enough for a pony! |
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| Jenna's 1st Oreo cookie |
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| I have to go looking for her now |
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| Mr. Hollywood himself. Half cry, half laugh |
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| Playing Wipeout in the kitchen |
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| So computer savvy. Think he reads my blog? |
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| She loves my scarf. Not sure if she loves it so much because it is mine or because it is soft |
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