The Speed of Life

Yesterday, after nearly running into some guy at QT who was apparently in a hurry, I was contemplating how busy life is. I was thinking about how I am speeding along, not always paying attention: taking children places, running errands, or even when just doing stuff at home.
Life goes fast. It seems like yesterday I was in high school. Could my first baby really be 11? Could I possibly be one of those 3o-something mothers, already?? Have we really been married almost 12 years?
We need to cherish the time. Every generation say it... we have all heard it before. Older people saying how their life seemed to speed by in the blink of an eye. And when we're young, we smile and nod, but really don't understand what they mean at all.
I am amazed every day at the growth of my children. When they are toddlers, it seems like we'll have them forever. (and we don't always relish that thought!) But as they get older, we begin to realize how quick it really does go by.
I am amazed as I think of all the loved ones in my life who are now gone. How I wish I had slowed down and enjoyed the time with them more. You never know when it will be the last time you see them. My life has been so blessed with people who have loved me and poured into my life. I thank the Lord for them. I look forward to the someday when we will meet again.
In the meantime... I want to slow down and enjoy my family: my parents, my siblings, my husband, my children, and all my beloved friends. I want to enjoy the moments, and praise God for all that He has given me.

"Praise God, from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him, all creatures here below. Praise Him above, Ye heavenly host. Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen."

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Now, with David, I've been using fitted diapers, covers, prefolds, flats, Fuzzi Bunz, .... My favorite fitted diapers for newborns are Kissaluvs size 0. For older babies, I love Bella Bottoms One Size Fitted diapers. She's a WAHM, and she makes a fabulous product at a great price. She also donates some of her proceeds to a crisis pregnancy center.

My most recent love are Fuzzi Bunz One Size diapers. They are just so cute and convenient. Yes, a little pricey up front, but I think in the long haul they are worth it. They adjust in the most clever way- you adjust the elastic in the legs & waist- kind of like the elastic in kids adjustable waist pants.

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