Sometimes I wish I could speed time up;I'm always in such a hurry.But other days, I wish I could slow time down.Today, it's the latter.
I don't want to rush through life, waiting for "the next big thing."Who knows, there might only be small things from here on out, and I don't want to overlook them because I'm waiting for something "bigger and better."
I want to remember a few things about today, not because they were necessarily significant, but just so I can practice taking everything in.
Matt: This morning, you didn't get annoyed when I woke you up early because I needed to start laundry. You laughed when you could hear Aliyah "singing", and I know you loved it when she came in the room and said, "Dada?" You were concerned about Mattéa when I left her in Aliyah's room alone. You kissed all of us, gave me a good hug, and told me you loved me before you left for work. Then you called me a couple of hours later when you were on your way to see a client, just to check up on me. You are a great husband, a hard-worker, and an awesome daddy with a soft heart; even though it's not always easy being married (especially to me) I am blessed to call you mine.
Romo: I know I hate dog hair in our bed (call me crazy!), but the last few mornings I have let you sleep with us. You are the best snuggly puppy, and very warm, which is why I let you in there. But once those sheets are washed, you're getting booted out buddy. But it's been fun and you can still snuggle with me on the couch, under my blanket, before bedtime. You'll always be my Piggers. Oh, and thank you for cleaning up whatever food or drink Aliyah spills on the floor... it really comes in handy! And even though I know you would also love to clean up Mattéa's spit up (I can only imagine how great regurgitated carrots and bananas must taste), please refrain for sanitary reasons. Also, thank you for loving the girls so much.
Aliyah: Today I want to remember how cute you are when you jump on your bed. Your face lights up and your crazy curls bounce around and get in your eyes. You love to do "seat ops" (seat drops) and I love to hear you laugh when you're having fun. Seeing you happy makes my heart happy. There are so many babies who won't get the opportunities you will have, and I want you to be thankful for each and every blessing as you grow up. I also want to remember how sweet you are to your babies, and how sweet you've been to your sister. Even though you still don't like her to play with your toys, you're doing much better at sharing. I know it's not easy. I love you Squish!
Mattéa: You slept so good last night... 8:30-6:45! Even though I didn't want to get up at 7 and feed you (I wanted to sleep more!), seeing your smiling chubber face made it worth it... and it does every morning. You are turning into such a pretty little thing, and I'm so excited that you've been crawling! I love the look of persistence on your face as you concentrate on putting one hand in front of the other. I love that you love every food we feed you, just like your big sister. I can't wait to see you get bigger and try new things, although I'm definitely going to miss seeing you so tiny (it's very sad putting away your Boppy, your play mat, your bouncer, and most of your 3 month clothes...). I love you so much Tater!
I take that back...These little things are significant.I guess it just takes a little "stopping to smell the roses" to realize it.
Thank you Lord for contentment, peace, and joy.
2 comments:
I'm so thankful for you and your family (even that crazy dog). XO
I have to say, I'm SO thankful for your little family! Such a blessing you are to us. And Enen suuuuure loves her Wiya! :)
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