17 summers.

This author articulates something that has been on my heart, a lot, recently.

And as the older adoptive mom (let's just say I'm not in my twenties any more) of older children, I don't even have 17 summers.  I have less than that.   This is a contributing factor to our decision to homeschool. 

I have missed so much.  So much time with my children.  It makes my heart sad.  However, I cannot focus on that, on what I've missed.  All I can do is focus on what I have, now.  Enjoy each moment.  Live life to the fullest.  It is hard.  It is exhausting.  And yet, it is everything.  I waited a long time to become a mom.  I pray that I don't waste a moment. 

Check out Busyness:  The Thief of Family Memories and be inspired.  I know I am.