Daily Lessons
It’s easy to get lost without a guide to show you the way. For me, my children are my guides. They give me daily reminders of the things that matter, and those that don’t.
Nathan teaches me patience. I still have much to learn about this one, and he knows it, as he constantly tries to test me. I’ve learn to choose my battles. So what if he decides to go on a walk in the public looking like this:
It’s cute. And, quite frankly, I don’t care that people stare. He’s exploring his creative side.
Justin tells me to not sweat the small stuff. Things will happen beyond my control. Even if I try my best, I cannot control what happens to him. In the grand scheme of things, it’s OK to fall, sometimes. We just have to remember to get back up.
Nathan reminds me that there is nothing to fear but fear itself. Five months ago, he would have begged me to help him up that net. Today, he did it all on his own, over and over again.
Justin reminds me to smile. No matter how painful life can get, there is always a reason to smile. He shows me this every, single day.
My children remind me that they came from me, but ultimately do not belong to me. I must not hold on too tightly.
May 6th, 2009 at 1:16 pm
Aw, this was cute. I LOVED the pix and the captions that went with them! Perfect.
May 7th, 2009 at 5:46 am
Awww, such good reminders, and such cute pics. I love Nathan’s walking “gear,” how funny. I’m like you…let people stare, who cares.