A Sense of Wonder

Throwback ❤️

I watched you laughing at yourself in the mirror and I wanted to cry tears of joy. You were so amazed that this person staring back at you could clap and wave and reach his arms way up high. Mommy was amazed too. Amazed and grateful God has given me this opportunity to help you grow. And to just watch sometimes. Watch you marvel at the simple pleasures of life. The simple blessings God gives that grace each day.

One of our favorites books, “Funny Bunny”, says, “I love your sense of wonder when you first see something new….” And oh how I do. Just like a child should be, you are fascinated by everything around you. You smile at the sunlight, giggle at the dog, and are entertained watching ceiling fans or feeling a gentle breeze.

You see me watching you in the mirror and you bear your toothy grin. I can tell you’re glad I’m there. That’s when the tears come to my eyes. I’m so glad that you’re here. Thank you God.

I don’t deserve you, yet here you are. A small miracle, a great gift. A joy. A delight. A calling.

Off you go to plunk the keys of the piano and then empty your dresser drawers. You’re almost able to walk. How did my baby grow up so fast? I don’t know. I just know I love you so very much. I’m glad God made me your mommy.

It’s getting to be bedtime. Off we go to brush teeth (Isn’t the toothbrush fun to hold?), wash hands (water!), and change your diaper (Look how high I can kick my feet!). Then it will be time to say prayers. Tonight I’m thankful for the wonder of the everyday, not just the new.

You remind mommy to take notice of the small, enjoy the little, be thankful for the things some may think inconsequential. You remind me to appreciate the gifts, whether they are as amazing as you or as “ordinary” as the stars in the sky.

You remind me that the sense of wonder is all about marveling at the Creator of everything around us. Marveling at His ability to make the most amazing things out of nothing at all. Including you and me.

If you look, you can see His handiwork everywhere. His fingerprints are all over you.

Three years later and you’re still encouraging me to enjoy the everyday. One day you were so excited to have watermelon for a snack. You said you were happy. I replied, “It’s good to be thankful and enjoy the little things in life.” You held up a juicy slice bigger than most and said, “No, mom, it’s huge!”

That it is son. That it is.

Mommy loves you. ❤️

© Grace Baeten 2022