When I was a very young mom back in the Eighties, I often drew writing inspiration from my two children. To honour Mother’s Day, I am publishing a couple of short pieces from my 1980’s archives. In this second post, I offer this observation on my son.
My Son
Oh, the exuberance of youth! Anyone who observes my four-year-old boy would probably echo that sentiment.
Each morning he rises early, eager to greet the new day, full of curiosity and mischief even in the routine. His giggling laughter while he plays with his father rings through the house, as I prepare his breakfast. His never-ending questions – which must be answered – abound as he plays with his cereal and wriggles on his chair. And throughout his busy day, his sense of humour shines through, laughing at me even as I scold him.
Sometimes, when disciplinary measures are taken, there is a challenging, defiant gleam in his eye, and I wonder if I will ever be able to control this curly-haired little bundle of energy.
But then I stop myself and question my motives. Do I really want to control him? I would much rather guide him as he learns everything he needs to know, not hold him back. I want him to be inquisitive and bright, and never feel pressured to curb his natural desire to reach out and experience life and all it has to offer him.
After all, isn’t that what growing up is all about? ♥
Is it just me, or does anyone else out there feel like it’s been a gazillion years since your kids were little?
Jennifer's Journal 
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Yes, Jennifer, time is zipping by at our house too! Nice looking family you have! Happy Mother’s Day!
Blessings ~ Wendy
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Thank you, Wendy! x
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What beautiful grown children you have! It’s posts like these that make me look forward to becoming a mother one day.
Also, happy Mother’s day to you! x
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Thank you! I truly hope it happens for you one day. 🙂
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My biggest accomplishment. Happy Mother’s Day to you too, Lynda. x
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Happy Mother’s day Jen, You’ve raised two beautiful children, to become wonderful adults. You should be very proud, as I know you are. 🙂
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My kids grew up, too. Sometimes it seems like a gazillion years since they were small–other times it seems like yesterday.
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Yes, this is true too. Thanks for commenting!
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What a beautiful family. You did good Mom – Happy Mother’s Day!
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Thank you, my dear! They are my treasures. Happy Mother’s Day back at ya. 🙂
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Thank you Jennifer ❤
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Yes, a gazillion and yet I wake each morning and wonder where are the babies I held in my arms yesterday? And now I’m a great grammy.
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Wow, a great grammy! Hope I get there one day. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
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TY!
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Thank you!
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Yes it feels like a gazillion years, yet also feels like yesterday.
Such a beautiful photo of your little boy. It looks like he was one to cuddle a lot.
Sigh…..those were the days.
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He was indeed a cuddly boy. I was blessed to have them both, and I never take them for granted.
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I love the photo’s of your beautiful family, wow it is amazing how time shoots by thank you for reminding me to stop and just let kids be kids sometimes because it is far too short and before you know it they have a car loan and move out!
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When you’re involved in their lives every day, it doesn’t seem short, but looking back it certainly does. I’ve often wished to go back and live over one day with them as tots.
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