June 13th, 2008 by john 
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There are times when an opportunity comes your way and you’re unsure. And then there are times when you don’t have to think at all. This is one of them. When approached by John to write a guest post, I immediately told him yes. Who wouldn’t with such a well written blog?
So here I am, writing from my blog: My Life as it Was, Is, and Will Be. I’m excited to be sharing a post with you. Thanks, John, for the opportunity.
Two Blondes
She was laughing as she ran. Her blonde hair streaming down her back. She was only five. And she was headed my way. The smile on her face was as bright as the closest star. She was filled with joy. She was filled with innocence.
And she was my daughter.
Her older sister was chasing her making silly noises and silly faces. Her blonde hair was caught up in a ponytail bobbling around as she ran. She was a playful eight year-old. So patient with her little sister.
They both landed in a heap in front of me. Still giggling.
I smiled so hard it made my face hurt. It was the type of smile you can’t seem to erase from your face like an old chalkboard refusing to cooperate.
I closed my eyes so I could concentrate on their laughing. Sharpening my senses like sharpening a pencil.
It was one of those moments that you don’t want to end.
Five turned to six. Six turned into seven. And now the little one is eight. Her older sister is eleven. I don’t want them to age any further. But I know I must let go.
The teasing still goes on. The innocence is still there. And they are still young enough that they don’t mind expressing love with each other and with me. It pours out of both of them like a pitcher of water.
This is family.
“The happiest moments of my life
have been the few which I have passed
at home in the bosom of my family.”
(Thomas Jefferson)
I would like to thank Sarah for guest blogging here on EzGreatLife. If you have not already discovered her wonderful blog, My Life as it Was, Is, and Will Be, you need to go check it out! I have become a daily reader and you will too!
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Hi John, I’ve become a fan of My Life as it Was, Is, and Will Be recently to. I like her very honest & open dialog . And Hi Sarah, great guest post. I know how you feel. I always tell my kids don’t grow up anymore. I want them to stay cute and little. But hopefully they’ll still be great kids and cute even as the grow up.
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John reply on June 14th, 2008 1:02 am:
Hi Sue, yes I agree, Sarah definitely has a very honest and open style. I am a daily reader!
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Nice sentiment. Wishing your kids could stay the same age. Innocence is such a beautiful thing too bad the real world eventually interferes. My life as it was is a great blog as is this one.
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John reply on June 14th, 2008 1:04 am:
You are absolutely correct about the real world interfering with innocence. It starts when the begin school.
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I think there is nothing sweeter than my children laughing. It is so pure and innocent and can light up a room (well, I think so). Made me happy to read this. I always love your blogs. Glad you stopped by John’s too (another of my favorites).
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John reply on June 14th, 2008 1:06 am:
Yes, it is great to hear your children laughing. Thanks for stopping by Heidi!
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Every day I look at my children and try to etch those images into my mind. I treasure every smile, laugh, yell, scream, sibling fight, and reciprocative tattle I am exposed to. I both look forward to and dread birthdays because I know that it brings them one day closer to spreading their wings and starting their own journeys. One day, I will hear all those sounds again from my grandchildren. =) ssgreylord a powerful name for a powerful writer and great friend.
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Great post from one of my favorite bloggers!
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Oh children, god’s precious little gifts. I love all three of my own, but I often wonder if my parents felt the same way about me! Ha ha! Sometimes I was a bit of scamp!
Anyway, what a wonderful blog John and what a wonderful post Sarah! Both of you, keep up the good work, I look forward to hearing from you in the future!
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My son, who is now 16, is spending some time this summer with his dad. Last night I got into the photo albums and I gathers about 50 pictures of my son from birth to now and put them on a slide show and emailed them to my son to show his dad (Father’s Day). When you actually see the pictures come into view on the slide show, and you see your son aging, it is very sad to see how quickly they grow! Enjoy every minute, every talk, every hug, every I Love You, because one minute they are 2 years old, the next minute they are graduating high school, the next minute they are getting married…Thanks for letting me get that out, and thanks Sarah for a wonderful post! Beth http://www.realtorsafety911.com
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Family’s the best. Truly. I love hearing others share their experiences and stories which have made an imprint on them. I so appreciate all of the positive, supportive comments I received from you all. And I look forward to guest-posting again if John’ll have me. Take care all of you… ssgreylord
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