these are the moments

There have been a couple of disturbing local news reports lately about babies being killed or hurt by their own parents. It is especially awful when the babies are so close to Norah's age. It is so sad that the challenges of parenthood are taken to a different level for people who have some dark side of themselves to deal with.

I've heard it many times, "cherish these special moments while they are babies." So, I am trying. I find myself wanting to hold her a lot more. I cuddle with her, talk to her, kiss her all the time and tell her how much she is loved. I even relish the times that she is sticking that bottom lip out and crying!

I'm learning how to relax a bit with her and I'm not trying to accomplish every task at once. This has been the greatest challenge but I think we all need to slow down sometimes. I don't want to look back and think, "I should've taken those days a bit slower." There is something new every day and I don't want to miss anything!