Growing so fast.....

I had one of those sweet mommy moments tonight that just warmed my heart. Bailey went to bed early because she was in BIG trouble (another story...when I'm in a better mood and it's funny) and Emi had been in bed for about 30 minutes. Emi wasn't sleepy because she stayed home from school today and spent the day in bed catnapping with Jamie. She got up and told me she wanted a snack, and I told her no. Just a couple of minutes later I felt bad because she really hadn't eaten a lot for supper; so I decided to do something I NEVER do. I went to their room and propped my chin on the top bunk and was whispering with Emi, about to tell her to get up and I'd make her a little something to eat. Something about those big brown eyes and the way she was talking like a little grown-up just made me giggle. Then she got down and came to the kitchen and she and I sat on stools at the little table and talked while she had some yogurt. It was just so cute, and one of those precious moments when I got to enjoy the company of one child, which is rare. When she finished she rinsed her bowl and spoon, brushed her teeth, and kissed me before going back to bed....and I just had a vision of her turning into a young lady right in front of me as she walked away. I am so thankful for all the blessings that I do NOT deserve! Can't I just turn back the clock and enjoy it a little more?!?