Marveling in the Moments

Do you ever just marvel at your kids? Just watch them be, and think, “I made that.” Watching their cute little facial expressions, listening to their innocent voices, or even truly hearing what they have to say. There’s nothing like it—when you pause, breathe, and soak in their uniqueness. It’s those little moments that make time stand still.

Carson said to me the other day, “Your oldest picture is also your youngest picture.” He’s seven, and yet he says things that make me stop and think, like he’s carrying wisdom far beyond his years. And then there’s Camila, who’s been working so hard to share and reminding herself to “take deep breaths” when the world becomes a bit too much for her little body to handle. She’s only five, but she’s already learning how to navigate those big feelings.

In those moments, I see bits of myself in them—their curiosity, their struggles, their wonder—and I find myself in awe. They’re growing, learning, becoming their own little people. And sometimes, amidst the chaos, I remind myself to slow down and just marvel at who they are and who they’re becoming. It’s easy to get caught up in the rush of everyday life, but when I take a step back, I realize how much there is to treasure in the now.