They Grow Up So Fast

It just seems like yesterday that Connor was in his high chair and joining us at the supper table. He has been sitting with us in his own chair for quite some time now. I just realized tonight though how quickly he is growing. He used to have to sit on his knees to eat his food. Now he sits comfortable in his chair with his legs tucked up.

They just grow up so fast and it seems like you have to take a moment to really appreciate the stage they are in now.

Messy Fingers
© Debra S. Higginbotham

Sticky fingers ' tangled hair,
scattered crayons, everywhere.
Fancy artwork ' on the wall '
drawn by midgets ' three feet tall.
Tell me why ' and tell me how '
that was mine ' I want it NOW!
Fix my bike. Buy me gum.
If you have it, I want some.
Dirty faces, grass-stained knees,
learning words ' like pretty please.
Endless hugs & goofy wet kisses,
learning respect with 'Mr.' & 'Mrs.'
Scraped-up hands, from falling down.
Tender tugs - - on my night gown.
Need more paper ' for Santa's letter?
I wasn't so bad ' but I've been better.
Watching a movie ' again and again '
Mommy, please ' put the tape back in.
Messy fingers ' hair gone wild '
all in the life ' of a precious child !!