This post is sponsored by the Center for Parent and Teen Communication. All opinions (and memories!) are my own.
Then
He was all about quiet fun. Little puzzles, building blocks, and time to enjoy his favorite TV show on Nick Jr. or Disney Jr. My first born was such a breeze. Of course, I didn’t realize it until we had 2 more kids to follow him around, but he really was the first need I needed. He was my little buddy, and was so laid back and pleasant. But, as we all realize, there is a progression of parenthood.
Now
Well, he’s still pretty laid back, but the teenage years have started. Along with those years, are the hormonal changes, deep voices, and mustache makings. You read that right — mustaches! Boy, do they grow up fast. So fast, we can’t help but think back to those times when they were little, even when they’re currently towering over you. From little buddy to big buddy, in the blink of an eye.
This video took me back to those days when I could actually say my oldest was my “little boy:”
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When you think about those times when your kiddo was little, what’s the first memory that pops into your head? Let me know in the comments below!
I just shared this with my students. When we would be in the car, Uda, as we call him, would be in his car seat in the back seat. I would reach my open hand back to him. Without hesitation, he would place his little hand in mine. He is now 23. He lives away from home. We miss him daily. However, when I extend my open hand to him, to this day, he’ll place his hand, extremely large now, in mine.
Aww Aunt Mel! This just made me cry!