Michael opens the blinds as he leaves at dawn and I lay in bed and watch the morning twilight. Before long Sam comes in and lies across the bed and we chat. About everything and nothing. This morning we contemplated when his tooth would come out, how people break world records, what we were having for dinner. Then we had a serious discussion about how many weeks there are left until his birthday (seven), whether it was honest to tell people he was 8 (no) before we decided on the best answer if someone asks him between now and then how old he is (almost eight).
Everything and Nothing. Yet it's one of the nicest parts of my day.
That sounds like such a lovely way to spend the morning!
ReplyDeleteIt is - I think it is something I will miss when it is gone.
DeleteCx
What a great way to start the day! When do we stop wishing away the weeks until our birthday and wishing for more weeks before the next one? There is a birthday in my house soon but Master 8 has been heard to say that he is 9 to someone recently!!! We suggested that if he has already turned 9 we could just carry on without the cake or presents.....
ReplyDeleteI wondered the same thing about the approach to aging. I also love your approach with your son - gold!
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Such precious time. My little boy has recently turned 20, & its been YEARS since he would come into bed with us, on the weekend, much as you have described Sam's visits. I used to feel so priveleged to just have those moments. There is somethimg about BED!
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