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It’s pretty amazing how my thoughts can be so distracted and taken over by less than eight pounds and five days old of baby named Addie! We are now grandparents, which is pretty incredible. I think back to when I was a mom the first time, with my son Jake, who is 27, and now Addie’s dad. (All the hype about time going so fast is shockingly true, although there are days it doesn’t feel that way!) Jake and Ashley are so incredibly calm, confident, and laid back about the huge change their life has undergone. My type A personality wants to, wishes to, step in and do the grandma thing, but they are rightfully wanting to give their first some time on their own, learning this new parenting dance. Adjusting to being a family of three is so exciting, whether sleep deprived or not! First bath, first outing (Starbuck’s), first doctor visit (day 3), and the beginning of so many other firsts to come. The firsts are precious and many the first days, the first years ,and they are worth savoring and capturing on film and in memory.
At age 51, I have seen many of life’s stages. I find it fun to think that I can see those stages and new beginnings through another little set of eyes. Being a generation removed from the day to day responsibility of a baby makes it possible to view everything a bit differently, and from another frame of reference, than when I was the new parent. For me, I was so worried I would do something wrong, not soon enough, not late enough, too much, too little… that I didn’t embrace the little moments like I should have. Gramma-hood will give me that chance, to embrace little Addie as she begins her adventure in the world. Here’s to the beginning of your journey Miss Addie!
God gives us the most wonderful gifts! He gave you Addie, and then some. I enjoyed your first musing and am looking forward to many more.
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