Ice & Reflections

I've heard it said by different folks that it's odd the first time you switch rolls with your parents, and you become the care giver instead of the recipient. Well, the validity of that statement didn't sink in until our recent ice storm. My house was without power for only 48-hours, but my mom's was down until last night and she's been staying with me during that time.

I have been very blessed. Unlike some kids, my mom and I have always been close, but do to a hectic work schedule, a growing family of my own, and everything else under the sun, we haven't spent a lot of time together in the past few years. It was good to have her there. But, the reversal of rolls has left me a little speechless. I want to be in denial that time is marching on, that we are all getting older, and that someday, I probably won't have her around anymore. That thought makes me so sad, I don't even know how to describe it.

But with every package, there's more than just the wrapper. This has been my wake up call, that I am happy to share with you. Enjoy the moment. Make as many of them as you can as often as you can, because someday, you won't be able to make any more.