The Joy of Slowing Down: A Mother's Choice to Embrace the Journey

I used to think childhood was a season to get through — the diapers, the mess, the tantrums. But now I see it’s a season to be present for. We say, ‘I can’t wait until they sleep through the night,’ or, ‘I can’t wait until they start school.’ But childhood isn’t a checklist — it’s a collection of moments we’ll never get back.

Today, I want to remind you to slow down. Let your children be children — messy, curious, loud, and full of wonder. Because the truth is, time doesn’t ask for permission. It just moves. And one day, we’ll wish we had lingered a little longer.”

When I saw this picture of Elijah, I could have cried … my baby isn’t a baby anymore! The time is flying and I can’t quite catch it.

I’ve been so ready for this football season to be over. This may be Elijah’s final travel football season. However, I’m realizing every weekend of football is a blessing for our family. It is apart of Elijah’s journey and instead of rushing it to be over, I’m choosing to embrace each game. He deserves that!

We spend so much time waiting for our kids to reach the next milestone — walking, talking, starting school, graduating. But in the blink of an eye, those moments become memories.

Don’t rush the growing.

Sit in the silliness.

Cherish the chaos.

Capture the laughter.

Because one day, the house will be quiet, and you’ll realize those “long days” were actually the good old days.

3 Gentle Reminders for Slowing Down the Pace

1. Be present more than perfect.

   
   

   Your kids won’t remember if the house was spotless, but they’ll remember the days you stopped what you were doing to really see them.

   
   

2. Celebrate the “now” stage.

   
   

   Every age has something sacred — the questions, the hugs, the noise, the wonder. Don’t wish it away. Live in it.

   
   

3. Create slow moments on purpose.

   
   

   Take walks, eat together, read bedtime stories — even when you’re tired. Those small moments build lifelong connection.

   
   

In the society of hurry up and right now we have to intentionally set aside time to just be with our children. May this blog remind you not to rush to the next milestone; instead, enjoy the journey on the way there!