Little Hands Hold On For Security

image by Nutdani Apikhomboonwaroot

We all know how sweet the smell of a newborn baby is.  Their skin is so amazingly soft.  Their tiny feet and hands are so small yet have such a big impact on us.  I love those first days after bringing a baby home – the change in the routine, the newness of the new family member.  I also remember those sleepless nights and how difficult it is at times to get through the day.  Those newborn days are gone now and time seems to be flying by.

Last night as I was feeding our 3 month old son, I noticed how his little hands were clinging to my hand and to my clothing.  It was such an intimate moment, just my child and me.  It surprised me to see that as soon as I tried to move my hand he seemed to cling to it even more.  It was so amazing to take the time to notice and to feel the big responsibility of motherhood and be reminded of the importance of “being there” as their mother.  To be there for their first milestones like the first day of school, first day of high school and first date.  To be there for my children at any stage in their life.  Just to be there physically and emotionally.  His little hands reminded me of the tenderness of his spirit too.  It was such a great moment. 

I truly enjoy the great intimate moments I have with my children.  What I truly love the most is when I realize the huge responsibility that I have and the immense blessing it is to be their mother.  It humbles me to know that Heavenly Father has entrusted His children to us.  Every time I look at my two year old daughter’s hand I truly recognize how fast time is going by.  It makes me a bit sad to know how fast time is passing and reminds me that sometimes I need to stop everything else to just “be there” in the moment. 

So the next time your child is talking to you or crying for you or whatever it might be that he/she is trying to do to get your attention, just remember that your child might simply be needing you to just “be there” with them.  Take the time to be there. 

QUESTION:  What moments have you savored with your little ones?

CHALLENGE:  Take time today to “save-or” a memory of your child.

About Vicky Treto

Vicky is happily married to a sweet, wonderful man and is a proud mother of two beautiful children.  She works full-time, serves in the women's organization of her church, and loves to read books and articles that help her to understand her role. Her goals include: to teach great values to her children; to create great family traditions and memories; to serve others more often; and to live a meaningful life.