Carpe Diem
Something that may seem like nothing to you can mean the whole world to your child......I started the weekend on Friday by being a chaperone for my sons field trip. I took time out of my busy day to be there for him. I got to see him run around with his friends and go from one exhibit at the aquarium to the next. He was beaming with pride and joy all morning long. He was proud to have me there and be a part of his day. I sat next to him at lunch and watched him talk with his friends and it was amazing to see how he has grown into such a little man (despite the fact that he is still my baby). In his early years I worked plenty and have always felt that I missed so much. Well this day at the aquarium made up for it. There was a bond that was made that day that can not be described. When we got home that night all he wanted to do was sit next to me while we watched TV. That night when he got up in the middle of the night he specifically said he wanted "daddy" to walk him back to bed.
I continued this effort throughout the weekend with my children. We made it to the beach (despite the chill in the air) and hunted for sea shells. Originally our plan was to go looking for sharks teeth for a class project but instead we have plenty of shells that he can use. That day at the beach I took home more than just sea shells, I took home memories that will last a lifetime. I took plenty of pictures this weekend trying to capture my children in the moment. Wanting to forever capture their laughter and smiles.
In my opinion the camera was the greatest invention ever created.....with its help, my children, no matter how old they get they will always be my babies. One day when I am old and forgetful I can know I will never forget how great this time of my life was. Capture the moment. Carpe Diem.
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