I recently turned 30. Yep, the big 3-0. It has been interesting timing because my mom was here for my birthday. In addition to that, I had a 5 day old baby girl. Granted, she is 3 lbs larger than I was 30 years ago, but it really made me reflect on the cycles of life. It is crazy to think that my mom was in the same position I was 30 years ago, albeit with three more children than me. Thirty years from now this could be Eliza having a baby. Things just go so fast.
It makes me think of a song I sang a few years back with the BYU Woman's Chorus titled Turn Around. Some of the lyrics:
"Where are you going, my little one, my little one?
Where are you going, my baby my own?
Simply turn around, only turn around, turn around and your woman . . . with babes of her own."
I was so grateful to have my mom here. She is a saint! Each time I've had a baby she has willingly given her time and energy to come take care of me and my family. The boys loved having her around. She came up with great entertainment ideas, read and re-read books, and played and played with the boys. She also made awesome meals and loaded us up with treats. I loved just having her around to chat about whatever. I miss her immensely. I've already decided that when Eliza grows up she is not allowed to ever move away.
My biggest mistake I made while my mom was here was not having a picture taken with her and I and Eliza. So mom, if you are reading this, you need to get on the next plane and come back. And if you stay for another 2 weeks I won't complain!
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Congratulations again! But Clark is in trouble. He was supposed to tell me when your mom was gone so we could bring over dinner. I'll have to remember to talk to him at work. Anyway, you guys are great! We admire your family. (And happy late birthday!)
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