Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Sweet Moments

In the midst of temper tantrums, diapers, throwing toys, and constant movement, I'll admit it can be difficult to find pleasure in this stage of life. Most days I think we have hit "terrible two's" (my friends say "terrible threes" but the thought of that is too depressing this far out!) way too early!
But, this morning I was reminded to stop and "unwrap Tuesdays" by slowing down and appreciating the small things in life. Here's the moment for today:
I'm not sure if he's my child or maybe even more so, takes after my father, but my sweet toddler has a fetish with things being a certain way. For example, he will close any door that he sees open even if it means stopping eating to do so, he will pick up his toys without being told, and his cup must be in the cup holder of his tray. This morning my sweet boy, picked up my empty coffee cup to take a swig. Then he took off with it. The next thing we heard was dishes clanging (never a good sign!). John took off running, both of us sure he had just gotten into the cabinets and was destroying something. We clearly have high expectations of our child...
Instead, our cutie pie had stood on his tippy toes and dropped my mug in the sink, right where it needed to go. Thankfully nothing broke, and he was beaming with pride at being so helpful! I love this kid! Way to melt your momma's heart!
What are you savoring today?

1 comment:

  1. That's so sweet Shannon! Even in the most trying "stages", it always amazes me how the Lord sends us those sweet moments to help us really see and enjoy our little peanut's precious personality, sillyness, quirky habits, etc.

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