Today after preschool, Katherine, Caleb and I met Ben and Michelle for lunch. This will definitely be the last time I see her until she returns from China with her new little baby girl. She was looking for a little dress for Tessa to wear, and since Katherine had TONS of gorgeous clothes, I am sending her first Valentine's dress with Michelle. I know it'll be just perfect.
For those that don't know... I get the kids pictures taken professionally every month until they turn 2 yrs, and then every 3 months until ???? I have all of the little outfits Katherine wore in those pics packed safely away up in my closet. I'll never get rid of them -- EVER. As I brought down the tub of clothes and opened it, tears filled my eyes. I was shocked at the flood of emotions I felt just from opening that box. What I wouldn't give to have one week, even one day with her at that age again. How I wish I could smell her "not quite a baby, not yet a toddler" smell. How I wish I could hear her contagious baby laughter. How I wish I watch her walking around exploring her growing world. How I wish she still needed me for everything again -- if only for one day...
I can't believe how quickly time has gone. It seems as though I've blinked and the last 4 years have flown by. My baby girl has grown into this smart, funny, charming preschooler, and for that I am so grateful. But for now, I will hug her extra tight and cherish every second I have with her, because I before I know it, she'll turn into a kindergartner and I'll wish for this day back again. If only time could stand still......
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