As a mother, it’s easy for me to get caught up in our daily routines and rhythms. The hustle and bustle of every day life takes hold and suddenly I blink and a new season of parenting has begun.

It’s incredible how 5 weeks turns into 5 months and then you blink and you’re 5 years into a beautiful life with your child. A new day begins with every sunrise. And the seasons of life somehow come slowly and swiftly at the same time.

Today, I’m choosing to soak it all in.

To soak up the whisper of the morning breeze along the river as we explore hand-in-hand.

To soak up the sound of laughter as we chase butterflies.

To soak up the way her eyes light up with curiosity and excitement with every overturned rock.

I’m once again reminded, our children are only this little once.

These everyday moments are the memories that will last a lifetime.