This week I have been noticing how my child has an amazing capacity to help me enjoy the present moment more than I ever have before. So I want to just take a moment to say thanks for all he does.
1. When I follow his lead, I am so much more present to the world around me.
Last weekend we were on a walk down our friend’s street and he started screeching. At first I thought it was a sad/angry tantrum, but as I looked at his face he was smiling. I was perplexed for a moment, and then I realized he was echoing the birds in the nearby trees. I hadn’t even tooned into their beautiful songs, and yet he was able to notice and start mimicking them. What a wonderful thing to be stopped in my tracks to listen and “talk” with the birds.
2. He helps me to notice things big and small.
There is nothing like having a 1-year-old to help you notice the tiniest things in life. I may notice a giant beautiful tree, but Chunky Monkey will stop with incredible curiosity to marvel at a tiny blade of grass. He loves to explore every detail of gravel rocks, dirt, plants, etc. I have never spent so much time noticing “tiny” things on the ground level, and I must say, I’ve been missing out!;)
3. He helps me to treasure little moments in a spectacular way.
I have always loved buying myself a latte or having 1-on-1 time with a friend. But now, if I have a moment to myself to slowly savor one of those treats, I soak up every little second as if I was spending it with a celebrity. Similarly, there are such precious moments with my son. Hugs, kisses, and the word “momma” have never been sweater than when they come from this little 2 foot man.
So, I am just feeling especially greatful this week for the gifts this little man brings to my life. I am always thinking of ways to teach him, but at 1 year of age he is already teaching me!
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