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In the Nursery, Where Time Stands Still
Updated: Jan. 29, 2016
Originally Published: Jan. 4, 2016
Today, my little one transformed into a big boy. I hadn’t fully realized how gradual the shift was until it happened right in front of me. His movements have become more deliberate, his stance more confident, and the way he walks has changed too. It’s funny how you can witness these changes every day and yet not see them until it’s too late.
During our last nursing session before his nap, something shifted. When I cradled him in my arms, it was unmistakable—my baby had given way to a little boy. His hair was tousled, his limbs long and lean, a stark contrast to the chubby baby I had cherished for so long.
I held him a little longer today, treasuring the moment. His head rested heavily on my shoulder, and I could feel the weight of him. In that stillness, it was as if I could pause time just by holding him close. But I knew that eventually, I would have to set him down, and with that, the opportunity to freeze this moment would vanish. Before I knew it, he would grow even more, becoming a teenager and then a young man.
“Enjoy them while they’re little,” they say. It’s a sentiment that rings true and yet feels completely misleading at times. Sure, some moments drag on—like a meal that feels endless or a night without sleep. But then, in a blink, they grow up.
So today, I cherished holding him, because my baby is slipping away, making room for the little boy he is now. And soon, there will be an even older boy in his place. I lingered in the nursery where time seems to stand still, holding onto the precious weight of him.
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In summary, today marks a pivotal moment in my son’s growth, a bittersweet realization that we’re transitioning from babyhood to childhood. It’s a reminder to savor each moment, even as the days may feel long.