My words to live by

TO MY GROWN UP CHILD
My hands were busy through the day
I didn't have much time to play
The little games you asked me to.
I didn't have much time for you.
I'd wash your clothes, I'd sew and cook
But when you'd bring your picture book
And ask me please to share your play
I'd say "A little later in the day."
I'd tuck you in all safe at night
And hear your prayers, turn out the light,
then tip toe softly to the door....
I'd wish I'd stayed a little more,
For life is short, the years rush past...
A little child grows up so fast.
They are no longer at your side,
their precious secrets to confide.
The picture books are put away,
there are no longer games to play,
No good night kisses, no prayers to hear...
That all belongs to yesteryear.
My hands once busy now are still.
The days are long and hard to fill,
I wish I could go back and do
The little things you asked me to.

~Anonymous

We got this in our packet from Kindergarten Round Up. I swear these are my new words to live by. I have this poem posted on my fridge. So, now when you come to my house, it will be messier than usual cause I am having even more fun playing and reading and skipping and walking and singing and coloring and laughing and cuddling and exploring with my girlies.