If motherhood has taught me anything, it's to always pay attention. Those eyes Mom had in the back of her head, mine are developing nicely. Right now they notice a little hand reaching for a pair of scissors or an all-too-generous sister trying to share raisins with her baby brother. But sometimes, I wish I had a second set of eyes just for watching my babies grow.
How can it be that Alex is sitting up on his own already and Grace is beginning to say her ABC's? The other day I started to tear up when I realized Grace would be leaving for college in "less than 17 years." I know, one day at a time, Kate.
The passing of my cousin and my Grandpa this year sent a reminder that each day is valuable. They were both incredible men with whom I wish I'd spent more time. I recently found out a college friend of mine is battling cancer. We're too young for that, right? She is also inspiring me to do a better job of noticing the blessings in my life- my beautiful, giggly kiddos, my hard-working and loving husband, my caring and supportive family, and a very decent job that while sometimes frustrating, I am quite blessed to have.
My kids may be growing up to fast, and I might feel like freezing time, but the best I can do is enjoy every moment I can with them. So now to learn how to make it through a day without blinking.
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