They won't be little forever

I'm just starting to understand what people mean when they say to enjoy your little ones because they won't be little forever. Because, I mean, sometimes it sure seems never ending. But lately I have been amazed at how big my kids have gotten. It really does seem like just yesterday that little J was born, that H had NO hair, and that T was just starting school. So, although often the days seem looooong and repetitive, and looooong and repetitive, I am trying to enjoy the present, because when its gone I know I'll miss it.

You Know You're a Parent When . . .

You open your eyes in the morning to a face inches away from your own. I still wake up with a start some mornings.

You lay on the ground and you instantly become a human jungle gym.

You get random hugs and kisses throughout the day "just because."

Summer means more work instead of a break.

You find yourself returning from a date at 8:30 instead of leaving for one.

The word "Mom" becomes both your favorite word and your least favorite word.

You've ever unplugged the phone during nap time.