raising a 2 year old and infant can be challenging and restricting. while others are traveling the world, snowboarding the slopes and staying out late, james and i are usually at home by 8pm putting our lil' guys down for bed. as extroverts who like to get out, this season of life is stretching. we often find ourselves saying, "can you wait until the boys are old enough to go golfing with us or even just go out without scheduling the days around nap routines?" it is easy to wish the boys were older, especially paxton now that we've seen how much fun 2 year olds can be. however, we are learning to appreciate the slowness of this special time knowing it will soon pass by. while paxton cannot talk, walk, or communicate much yet, how can this sweet goodness not bring a smile to your face? (he can smile!)
and then there are times when you set up a whole photo shoot in the woods, dress the boys in their sunday best and get these precious looks (seriously mom?!?)
do we wish we would've waited longer to have kids? sometimes. would we trade them for anything? no. the more time and energy we pour into parker & paxton, the more we love them. every molding moment yields pride in our children's development and validates the role we are playing in shaping who they are as little people. loving and teaching children is one of the most fulfilling endeavors and i am thankful for the opportunity to do it every day. may i make the most of each day, each hour and each minute i am blessed to spend with my boys. love you all and give your kids a big hug and kiss today!!
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