We cannot avoid milestones – they are a part of our lives from cradle to grave. We measure our existence and our success in life by milestones, “firsts”, “birthdays”, getting engaged, getting married, having babies – they become our markers along the road of life.
As parents we watch these milestones like hawks – how fast our baby grows, when they start to walk, when the start to talk, when they cut their first tooth – the list goes on.
In our lives at the moment we are facing some rather large millstones, it is our 15 year wedding anniversary next month – yes you can be married for 15 years and still be happy and in love! My beloved is turning 40 early next year – yikes, I remember when I was a child thinking that 40 was so old! As I said fairly large milestones!
Another milestone we have been faced with recently is the decision, whether or not to have any more children – which may not be a big deal to some people but a rather large decision for us. It is almost as if you are closing a chapter in your life. It is not necessarily the easiest decision to make and you constantly question your motivation but now that we have made the decision – I believe it was the right decision and timing for us. I think that you know – that you know!
Going forward I know that there are so many more milestones that I cannot wait to experience – getting older is not one of them but watching my girls become young woman, achieving success in their lives and careers, getting married and having babies – being around to experience all these milestones with them!
So enjoy your family – cherish those millstones, celebrate each one no matter how small and insignificant they may seem.
Images: Super Mom & Pinterest
Beautiful photographs, Fee ….. a reminder of how far you have come with your precious children ….. We cannot be reminded enough of the importance of cherishing each and every day.
Beautiful post!
awww beautiful post! 🙂
Really heart touching thoughts you have given to me and now I will never miss these milestones without enjoying fully.
I remember those days! Whew – quite thought provoking and has made me remember many special memories. And yes, when you know, you know from the depths of your heart! Now, if only I can get Brad to walk……