The Fastest Year
“Times flies. Time flies faster every year. Time flies whether you’re having fun or not, whether you’re living your life big or small, whether you surround yourself with fear or laughter,” - Claire Cook. Recently, my first grand child turned one. How is that even possible? I swear it was just yesterday my son was having his first birthday, wasn’t it?
It’s hard for me to wrap my head around the fact that another year has gone by and this little tiny baby is growing into her own unique self; qualities only she has. As I look back on the last 365 plus days, I want to relish and remember every minute I spent with her.
Time is becoming increasing more important to me. With my age, lessons learned throughout my life, and the of the circle of life, I want to lean in every day into being my most present self. Paying attention to all the little things that mean so much. A smile, a belly laugh, tears comforted, hugs, kisses, and all the tender moments between the ordinary and extraordinary.
This holds true for my all my loved ones. I spent so much time regretting the past or worrying into tomorrow that I’m afraid I missed so much. I couldn’t see beyond my circumstances enough to enjoy the moments of each day. I was too busy making sure everything was good for the next day, when I really only had that day.
I pray my children don’t make the same mistakes I did. I want them to enjoy the here and now, laugh more, worry less, and treat each day as if it was the best day ever. Although I still fret from time to time, I’m taking a page out of my life’s book of knowledge and doing better as time marches on. I want to be the best mom, daughter, friend, aunt, mother-in-law, and grammie I can be for those I care about and love.
“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot,” - Michael Altshuler. Although it was the fastest year so far, I want to slow down time and enjoy each precious moment here on earth. I’m going to worry less and allow the goodness to flow in each day. I’m going to love on my precious grand daughter and let her know how special she is. I’m going to love up my children and family deeper. Today matters. It’s all we have.
xoxox…..Sheryl
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