My friends, be patient until the Lord returns. Think of farmers who wait patiently for the spring and summer rains to make their valuable crops grow. Be patient like those farmers and don't give up. The Lord will soon be here. (James 5: 7-8)
Well, our house is still standing and we survived the latest visit from my sister-in-law and her two children, both of which are a little older than our oldest son, who turns four this June. Seeing how much my neice and nephew have grown up is truly remarkable to me. It seems just like yesterday that they were both babies, wearing diapers and drinking bottles, like our youngest son, who will be eight months old later this week. I have really learned to enjoy each day more the second time around rather than wishing that our infant son would grow up quicker and reach his next milestone.
When Elliott was a baby, I often found myself wishing that he would be able to crawl, and then walk, and then talk, etc. but looking back, I unknowingly was not patient and missed out on the simple joys of that stage of life. After all, babies are low maintenece as long as they are able to nap, are fed on a strict schedule, and have clean diapers at all times.
When we are impatient and wish our present day away, we miss out on many of the blessings that God has in store for us. Whether it's a young couple counting the days down until their wedding day, a college student eager to graduate and begin work, a co-worker hoping for a promotion; all are wonderful and exciting, but don't forget to slow down and take the time to enjoy each and every day the Lord has given you!
When Elliott was a baby, I often found myself wishing that he would be able to crawl, and then walk, and then talk, etc. but looking back, I unknowingly was not patient and missed out on the simple joys of that stage of life. After all, babies are low maintenece as long as they are able to nap, are fed on a strict schedule, and have clean diapers at all times. 
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