I don't like babies...

I don't like babies!  Don't get me wrong I LOVED my babies!  And I have loved each and every one of my nephews, my niece and all the miscellaneous babies that have been born in my life!  I have loved them despite the fact that they were babies!  I enjoy snuggling a new baby (who doesn't) BUT I truly enjoy giving them back to mommy or daddy when it's time to change them, or they start to wimper!

Babies cry, babies poop, babies need constant attention!  Let's face it the baby stage is full of sleepless nights, worrying about silly little things, judging yourself about EVERY single decision you make regarding the teeny tiny little human in your care!  The baby stage is full of things baby needs, cribs, rocking chairs, playpens, excersaucers, diapers, diaper cream, special shampoo; the list is extensive!

One of the most exciting moments of my life was when we gave birth to my youngest and I knew that after each stage we could move forward!  I could de-clutter the baby stuff from our lives, start planning vacations, start living without strollers, car seats and high chairs!

My oldest is turning 5 this month, my youngest turned 2 in March, so far I have been excited for each milestone!  I was PROUD at pre-school graduation, where the other moms teared up a little (and a little in awe at what a spectacle they made of it, the MAYOR of Langley gave a speech), I have cheered on both boys as they conquered walking (and shortly thereafter running), I have embraced their independence and their personalities taking JOY (pure joy) in all their accomplishments and growth!  Each year with my oldest I am CERTAIN that this age is my FAVORITE (Except TWO, I HATED Two)!  I am so excited to see what FIVE has in store for my son who has come so far in the last year!

I know not to wish away my children's childhood but often become excited for when my youngest is a little older and we can enjoy certain things that sometimes are harder with a young child!

UNTIL LAST NIGHT:  My 5 year old has a loose tooth!  Yes a loose tooth, it's time to talk about tooth fairies!  This made me VERY emotional!  He is going to lose his first tooth!  This is HUGE!  I am leaving my boys for the weekend with their Nana, WHAT IF HE LOSES HIS TOOTH WHILE WE'RE AWAY!  What if I don't get to play Tooth Fairy for the first time!  This loose tooth has turned me into a babbling baby!  AND I HATE BABIES!

He starts KINDERGARTEN in less than 2 months, he turns 5 in 18 days!  HE IS GROWING UP TOO FAST!  I MISS MY BABY!  I LOVE BABIES because when my boy was a baby FIVE seemed so far away!