It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth -- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up -- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had.

- Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

Saturday, May 21, 2011

The simplicity of the day

I woke up at 7:30 this morning, to my little one saying "I'm thirsty." I rubbed my eyes and staggered of the bed. Proceeded to go into the kitchen and fix him a glass of tea. Went back to the room, handed him the cup, and got back into bed.

He laid beside me, gently sipping on that ever so delicious tea. His hand reached out to mine, with cup in hand, and told me he was finished. I placed the cup on the nightstand table.

I kissed his cheek and asked if he was still tired or was ready to get up. "No, mommy. I want to watch TV." Without hesitation, I turned it on and flipped to the Disney channel.

I sat up in bed, reached over to my nightstand, and place my glasses on. Looked at the clock. 7:43am. Went to the kitchen to decide what to cook for breakfast. I opened the fridge. Closed it. Open the cabinets. Closed them. Went to the bathroom. Washed my face. And decided it was BO TIME!

Usually, going to get breakfast is not really something I consider. Unless, my husband is home and we all go out together. However, this time ... it was the right choice.

I am glad I went. I decided to go inside to order our food. While in line, Curtis and I had the best conversation and alone time. It only lasted for about 15 minutes, but it was a moment in the day that forecasted what the present day would be like.

It's amazing how the most simplistic moments in your day turn out to the be the most memorable.

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