Stella is know 20 months old, and I feel like 2 is just around the corner, which means 4 is just around the corner for Mr. Jack......wow that went fast! Ironically enough, I sometimes catch myself worrying about how quickly they are growing up and that I am taking as many opportunities to enjoy this time as I can, that I'm probably missing out on the present moment with them. Although there are sicknesses, sleep interruptions, and the exhaustion from waiting on two little people to deal with, I wouldn't trade it for a thing, I know I will miss it all someday. I recently read an article in one of my parenting magazines about savoring the moments with your children and how difficult it can be with our busy, hectic lives. There were a few words that really resonated with me, that I have been trying to keep in the back of my mind during the more challenging days of parenting a 1 & 3 year old. "Picture your children's messy bedrooms clean and empty. Picture the backseat of your car vacuumed and without a car seat or crumbs. Playroom shelves neatly stacked with dusty toys. Laundry under control." So as I look at the mound of unfolded laundry and toys scattered about the house, I will now try to find some comfort in this, knowing it is a sign of a busy happy young family.
