Things I Miss

A few days ago, I blogged about things I like.  It got me thinking about things I miss.  I don't dwell on these things but most of these things were a "season" in my life that won't ever return.  I think that is why I am now trying to learn to live in the moment and enjoy the time and experiences to the fullest as they occur.

Some of the things that I miss are:

1. Blowing on Josh's food to cool it down for him and having him trust me that it is OK to eat.
2. Thowing Spencer in the air at the pool and hearing his laughter and begging me to do it again and again.
3. Going into the locker room after a hard fought battle on the football field and enjoying a victory with my hometown buddies.
4. The magic and wonder of holiday seasons as a child, especially Christmas.  I think this feeling must be a very small glimpse of heaven.
5. Taking daily/weekly walks in the woods.  I especially miss the Fall season with the leaves changing color and getting caught in the dark because the sun went down early.
6. Riding "dirt bikes" all summer long.
7. Going out West on vacations every year.
8. Grandma's meals
9. Not talking to or seeing family and friends as much as I used to
10. A sense of community, patriotism, and pride in America