Where does the time go? When I was pregnant, I felt like the time just flew by. I remember thinking 9 months is a long way to go, and then having a panic attack because the time went by so quickly. Since Leo was born, time seems to go that quickly still. It amazes me that it's time to start getting ready for his second birthday already. I know it's still 3 months away, but we will have such a packed summer, with trips to Las Vegas, Yellowstone, and Arizona, that I need to begin making decisions as to whether or not to do anything or wait until next year. A part of me feels that a big party for him at this age would really be just a waste since he won't know what is going on is for him. Yet, on the flip side, what mother doesn't want to do something special for their child?
Leo began walking at 9-1/2 months...since then, I have used this little bicycle he has a marker for his growth. It took a while before he even paid it any attention, then he just pushed it all around the back yard. Then, he progressed to climbing onto the seat but was unable to reach the ground or pedals once he was on. Before long, he was able to push himself around going backwards. Then suddenly, it was too small for him and we had to adjust the seat.
However, Sunday, he cast that bike aside and discovered his Big Wheel. This Big Wheel used to be his cousin's and was really too big for him for such a long time. He has just sat on it thing for months playing with all the buttons (they make motorcycle sounds, and play music like a radio, etc.) or I would push him around the yard but now *POOF* it fits. Not only that, but he knew what to do with it. He just climbed on, and started to go like he's been doing it all along. He rode around and around the back yard, cool as cool can be.
I know I am silly, it's not like he just got his drivers license or anything...it's just going so quickly. I know I say this all the time but I am just continuously amazed by the lightening speed of life. *POOF* you're a kid, playing in the neighbor's swimming pool enjoying the lazy days of summer. *POOF* you're going to Prom and graduation. *POOF* you're having the time of your life as a young twenty-something. *POOF* You're a parent watching the cycle beginning to repeat itself.
***POOF*** What's next?
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Seriously, I know how you feel. Time goes by so quickly. And then when you see your kid grow--it's like time speeds up even more.
Poof! They grow up and get married and have kids of their own! Enjoy every moment, it does go by way too fast! :)
You're spot on with this post. Life happens so quickly. If we're not living in the moment, we're missing it.
Whoo-hoo for the Big Wheel!
*POOF* they are taller than you!
Enjoy the ride and don't blink!
It sounds like his birthday party should have a MAGICIAN!!! YEAH....that's right. Give the tyke a party.
I am learning from you, that I have to enjoy every moment with my little guy.
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