Five Minute Friday- Quick

As we head into our sixth year of raising the grandkids, I’m learning to accept a few things. First, time flies. The fuller schedules become, the faster it goes. I blink, and there is a quick glance and s snapshot of memories and we are on to the next.

This week, I looked up and there before me stands my first grandson. He is smart, kind, sweet as honey, and quite handsome in my opinion. He has reached 12 years old and seventh grade is on the horizon. Together, we’ve completed five years of school. Our boy is a phenomenal student and gifted with one of ‘those’ minds. He now stands near eye to eye with me.

I wondered, “How did I miss this?“ I’ve been here, every minute, for the last 1,825 days! I’ve seen the joy, held him through the sadness, been the recipient of his anger, and watched every success. But this, I did not see.

His height is creeping up, and before I know it, he will probably stand taller than me. And I sigh. Growing up is inevitable, but oh how it tumbles the emotions round and round.

It is a blessing to watch him develop into the man he is to be. He is complimented on his manners, compassion, communication ability, and graciousness. I used to credit much to his mother. That early foundation still remains hers, but I know I can take a breath and recognize I helped, too.

When I teach life lessons, he hears me. He lives in a way that broadcasts faith, confidence, and joy. He is still my kid enjoying childhood things, but he’s wise beyond his years. It is the discerning adults around him who see it most.

As I sit here indoors, thanks to the rain forbidding us our first outdoor pool day of the summer, I dream of his future. I know it’s okay to dream and hope. I no longer fear I’m doing everything wrong. I see a colorful road ahead for him, and it’s coming quickly.

I pray he looks back at our time together and knows he was loved and cherished. For all the loss and sadness he endured, may he always believe he is worthy and adored. A shining star with one label- a redeemed and saved child of God!

Enjoy every minute, mommas. Time flies, and the years pass by quicker than a jet plane. Be thankful. Some of us didn’t expect to be where we are, but we are exactly where God intended us to be.

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