March 7, 2004
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THINGS THAT REFRESH MY SOUL
Back in February I started this Sunday subject with Animals. Guess I’ll do it by alphabet, so today is:
BabiesI loved having babies. My two were born in 1965 and 1968, when I was a wacked out young flower child in the Haight-Ashbury. They were both 2 weeks overdue weighing in at 9lbs11oz and 10lbs2oz. I had a crash course in childbirth breathing stuff during the first labor, but was awake for both. I was physically healthy and so were they, thank god. My favorite part of them was the back of their necks. Nursed them both well past a year. I got to experience babyhood again when my grandchildren were born 12 and 8 years ago. There’s just nothing like having an infant fall asleep on your chest with their fuzzy little head under your chin. Best of all though is watching them watch the world with fresh eyes. Don’t you wish we could all get that back for a minute – maybe just on Sundays?
Deep Thought: Children need encouragement. If a kid gets an answer right, tell him it was a lucky guess. That way he develops a good, lucky feeling.
Today I am grateful for: Health insurance
Comments (6)
Nothing softer than a baby’s skin. I’m here with grown sons and no grandchildren. It’s been a long, long time since I’ve experienced the joy of petting a baby. I, too, delight in the awe those little eyes greet the world with. It would be nice if we could do that … at least on Sundays. Great post.
I had four out of my six kids at home…and thank God all went well, as you, I was young and healthy.
My greatest joy now is taking care of two of my grandsons, 3 years, and 7 months…you are right…I love rocking the little one to sleep…I can read both of them stories now….what a blessing.
I take care of them two days a week while my daughter works….
I love babies.
Most especially, I love my baby. He is the light of my life.
My mom is enjoying being his grandmother far more than she ever enjoyed mothering.
I don’t have any babies of my own, but have been lucky to have a part in my nieces and nephews life. Today, my 11 month nephew was over. My biggest joy is seeing his big smile on his face when he sees me and his hands reaching out for me. Makes me want one of my own.
The touch and smell of them….it DOES refresh your soul! Sad me…the last has been born but I am old enough to be his and the next one’s grandma! My older children are “failing” me not having kids. I send out hints now and then, though.
You make babies sound fun. I like how you tell us what you liked & remember best, it’s sweet. And while I am a bit surprsized that you were a flower child, it explains a lot about you; your poetry, your open mindedness, your depth & kindness. Peace.