He says "kisses" and points to his cheek. I kiss him. He says "kisses" and points to the other cheek, and again I kiss. He says "kisses" and points to his forehead, and I kiss once more. A two year old can stall bedtime like no other! But I have to admit, I willingly complied. It won't be forever that my kisses will comfort and my hugs will protect. He won't lazily fall asleep stroking the silk liner of his blankie. He won't tiptoe down the … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2011
The gift of a Mother’s Day
My feet have been swollen, my back aching, my belly bulging, and my patience lost. In the last stage of my pregnancies I have usually been anxious, irritated, and impatient. I am eager to deliver the child - to empty the womb and to hold that which I have waited for.There are some things we carry in life that last so much longer and are so much more uncomfortable than the final stage of pregnancy. We move about our world, accepting of the stage, but nearly unable to bear it … [Read more...]
