At my baby shower for Bethany, the guests made me an advice book by each writing her best child-rearing advice. My mom gave me the best advice of all. She wrote that I should enjoy every stage of my child's life because each is special and goes by too quickly. Seventeen years ago, as I was looking at my newborn daughter, I couldn't imagine that it would pass as quickly as Mom said it would. Making plans to take Bethany to college in a month, I now believe her!
This weekend, I had the privilege of babysitting an almost 2 year old while her mom was delivering her baby brother. It really seems like just yesterday that my girls were that little. Although I am dog-tired after only two days, I enjoyed having a toddler around again. It reminded me why I enjoyed that stage of life so much. I really love the sense of wonder and amazement at even the simplest things of life that a toddler has. I was also reminded of my mom's advice. Even though really enjoyed Reya, I am definitely past the stage of little ones. I enjoy my teenage daughters immensely!
Since I wanted 4 children, it took me a long time to accept God's plan of only 2 girls for us. I can definitely say that I am now completely fine with not having any more babies of my own. Now is the time for me to enjoy nephews, nieces and my friends' children. In a few years (at least 5, Bethany), I will be more than ready for grandchildren. Do I feel old enough to be a grandma? NO! Am I ready to enjoy grandchildren? Absolutely! Until then, I will enjoy helping my friends out with their little ones and fully enjoy the life stages of my own daughters. Bring on the teenage and young adult issues. I can handle them since I survived toddlerhood!
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