Where Does The Time Go?

When did it happen? When did he grow into a young man? When was it that he became as tall as I am? When did his feet get larger than mine? Did I blink too long? Did I turn around for one minute?

12 1/2 years. That's how long it has been. Since I pained and pushed this life, this baby boy, into the world. 12 1/2 years of those huge blue eyes, so expressive, so thoughtful. 12 1/2 years of training him, teaching him to be a gentleman.

Oh, it scares me. If time has gone so quickly these 12 1/2 years, just how much quicker will it go the next 6. Will I blink again and he'll be at college? My heart aches with the thought of him not welcoming me each morning with a hug and "I love you, Mom." It aches thinking of that night when he doesn't want me to tuck him into bed and kiss his cheek.

What a blessing. What a special beginning to our family.

Ryan. My son. My young man. My little perfectionist. My eldest.
I LOVE YOU!

p.s. Thanks for the squeeze hugs every night! Thanks for hanging on until I tickle your armpit to make you let go.

pictures were taken on the bus during a school field trip.