Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Perspective and Age

Things that were important to me when I was young, no longer hold that place of importance in my life.  I want to give this advice to my daughters that are in their twenty's right now.  Don't worry about that, don't stress, because it will seem inconsequential some day.  But I don't, because, just like me, they will find their own meaning of what's important and what lasts.

Before, I would be really upset with myself for not Acing that math final and going out with my friends instead.  Now, I appreciate that time spent with friends, much more than any math grade.

Before, I just wanted some time to myself, some peace and quiet.  Now, I would appreciate some noise and a few interruptions.

Before, I couldn't wait until my child could walk, talk and was potty trained.  Now, I appreciate the times that we rocked, read books and napped together.

Before, I would quickly clean off any smears of little hands on my windows.  Now, I understand why my mother left those little handprints of her grandchildren on the windows until the next visit.

My perspective has changed with age.

3 comments:

  1. It is all about perspective, isn't it?!? "Perspective" is one of my favorite signs in ASL. I think it is a great thing to remember, kind of like 'a mile in their shoes'.

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  2. Exactly right, lovely to hear that the little things are the best things. Thanks for saying it so well!

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  3. I get this. As I age, I certainly appreciate people and blessings more and more than I did when I was younger!

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