Becoming a mom was like stepping into a whole new world where excitement and joy come wrapped in the smallest of packages. Honestly, I never expected that watching my kids experience life would ignite such a rush of happiness in me. Remember when you were a kid, and everything felt magical? That’s exactly how I feel now, especially when I see my kids light up over the simplest things. Can you relate? 💖
Through their eyes: A new perspective
It’s amazing how your perspective shifts when you have little ones. I’ll never forget the moment my daughter, Ella, discovered the ceiling fan at just three weeks old. That tiny spark of curiosity in her eyes was so infectious! Now, four years later, I still get butterflies watching my kids dive into their new hobbies. It’s like rediscovering the world all over again—who else feels that rush of nostalgia when their kids giggle over bubbles or sing “Do Re Mi” at the top of their lungs? 🎶
Right now, here are some of their favorite things that have me smiling from ear to ear:
- Bubbles 🫧
- Singing “Do Re Mi” from *The Sound of Music* 🎤
- Climbing those scary-high play structures 😱
- Picking flowers 🌼
- High fives ✋
- Mommy playing criss-cross applesauce on their backs 🙃
- Flashlights 🔦
- Playing with Daddy’s Allen wrench 🔧
- Taking pictures with anyone’s phone 📸
- Singing “Head Shoulders Knees and Toes” REALLY FAST 😂
- Counting the snails in the backyard after it rains 🐌
- Making “potions” 🧪
- Playing waiter 🍽️
- Chocolate chips 🍫
- Emiliano’s new favorite thing — saying “cheeeeese” 🧀
Doesn’t it just bring back memories? It feels like I’m getting a second chance at childhood, and let me tell you, it’s intoxicating! Every jump off a swing or wearing a pearl necklace to dinner feels like a mini celebration of life. Can you see that magic in your kids too? ✨
Finding joy in the little moments
Re-evaluating the world through my children’s eyes has truly been an enlightening experience. It’s so easy to get caught up in the hustle of adult life and forget to appreciate the simple joys. But when you see your child’s excitement over something as simple as a swing set or a flower, it serves as a gentle reminder to pause and soak it all in. Why is it that the little things seem to hold the greatest joy?
As they grow, I’m sure the experiences will evolve, but I have a feeling the magic won’t fade. Who else thinks this journey just keeps getting better? I can’t wait to see what new hobbies they’ll latch onto next and how those will shape our family adventures. It’s like an ever-evolving story that we’re all a part of!
Let’s share our parenting joys!
Now I’m curious! What funny or quirky things are the kids in your life loving these days? Drop your stories below! Let’s celebrate the joy that our little ones bring into our lives. And hey, if you have any parenting hacks or your own favorite kid activities, I’d love to hear those too! After all, we’re all in this together, right? 💖