Last night my 10-year-old son fell asleep holding my hand. I don’t know if he did this because he has a bummer of a cold or because my hand was just close by–I was sitting in a bean bag chair next to his bed. Before he fell asleep he asked if I could just bring my laptop in to his room and work next to him while he fell asleep. I started out working but then something made me put down the computer and then he took my hand.
One year ago today I wrote this post about how my illness forced some serious introspection and how I looked forward to keeping this newfound perspective once I was healthy again. As I’ve begun working more and socializing more and basically re-entering the world I stepped out of last summer, I’ve sometimes had a hard time living the changes I made over the last year. We live in a busy, busy world and staying mindful in and of each moment takes a lot of practice.
Those priceless 10 minutes, just sitting in the dark holding that sweet warm hand was all the reminder I needed, for the moment. . .
Anne says:
Such a sweet story. Those precious moments are so magical and heart warming.
Anne Philipsborn says:
Thank you for sharing this story with us, and for the reminder.
Tricia Snell says:
Ah, beautiful. Love this story and your reflection. ❤️
sdeumling says:
Tears of happiness and gratefulness.
Sharon Kaufman-Osborn says:
There is no substitute for the gentle touch of our loved ones, especially our babes (and then their babes). Thanks for sharing, Katharine, and I’m so glad you’re well.
Brandy Graves says:
So True.
Anna says:
Beauty with a big B!
Carol E Hickman says:
How lovely, Katherine.
Karen Farmer says:
How beautiful that he asked to hold your hand, and how wonderful that you honored him!
Cynthia Winter says:
So true. Thanks for the reminder. Grateful and relieved that life is pretty much back to normal. XO
Mary Lane says:
What a terrific tender photo. I just showed it to my mother, who predictably teared up.
Lonnie says:
xoxo
Elizabeth Bryant says:
So lovely ❤️ Thanks for sharing such a sweet moment
Carol anton says:
Priceless, indeed.
Sally Montgomery says:
Your son loves you Momma!! And maybe also, his relief was expressed by wanting you so near. Good for you for lovin’ him back by granting his wish. Sweet loving moments are best!!