JDaniel is still learning so much about everything in his world. He would love to fly freely and explore the world on his own terms much like a butterfly. There are times during the day that we need to crawl like a caterpillar through the lessons needed to grow into a beautiful butterfly. They are not always his favorite times of the day. Some lessons require time outs while others are teachable moments, learning from books or building on skills he has already acquired. These times can be frustrating for both of us. Learning isn’t always easy. Sometimes the same lessons need to be crawled through over and over again. Not all these times are tough. During some caterpillar times, JDaniel and I rejoice in lessons learned and concepts understood with loud cheers and flitting around the room.
Some day he will fly freely into the world. I hope he will remember the lessons he learned from his caterpillar moments.
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mbkatc230 says
This was a lovely post. My little butterfly is almost ready to fly – she will be graduating from college next month. It’s amazing how fast the time goes. Kathy
Viki says
It’s so fun when a child gets it. It makes it all worthwhile.
Debbie says
Oh I will be sad when mine fly the coop….I wish I could keep them home forever, but not really lol!!~ Thanks for stopping over at my blog!
Christy says
I love the image this brings to mind. Yes they grow up too darn fast and fly away.
Believer says
True! True!
I think about how much I’m learning too, and how grateful I am for the gift to crawl before the flight.
Jo says
Cherish each moment … it does fly by all too quickly.
Ms Bibi says
What a sweet post.JDaniel is such a smart cookie and he’ll have lots of fun learning new things for years to come.
Steph says
Beautiful. And True.
I also love the photo “Looking at Butterfly Books” posted below.
My name is PJ. says
Perfectly put.
Lovingly laid before us.
Beth P. says
What a great way to look at it!
Combatbootmom says
You are such a great mom and teacher! Love this post!
yonca says
Sweet post!I sure will miss those caterpillar moments when the time comes.My only son is almost 8.Glad I have time to prepare myself to this feeling:)
Thanks for stopping by!
Red Couch Recipes says
Oh I long for the caterpillar years. Mine are older, but I miss the times when we had no commitments and they were at home…such wonderful memories. Joni
Rocky Mountain Woman says
You’ll miss those caterpillar days, trust me on this. How are the cooking lessons coming? Did you try the Key Lime Pie?
I just love your blog…
Betty (picture circa 1951) says
I suspect you’re a very good Mom. I’m sure JDaniel is learning well.
GardenofDaisies says
Children are constantly trying to move to the next step before they have mastered the one they are working on. And they do grow up so fast!! Enjoy all these little caterpillar moments.
Tiffany says
So very true.
mrs. c says
Remember these days because you will blink and they will be gone!My son is nineteen and I can still see him standing in the hall in his under-roos with his chili bowl hair cut, like it was yesterday!
Jenny says
What an absolutely thoughtful and love post!
Thank you for sharing this.
Can you make sure to put a link back to the Alphabe-Thurday main post of the week…where the linky is.
That way it makes it easier for everyone to visit all the posts!
Thanks for the wonderful, philosophical words as I travel through Alphabe-Thursdays letter “L”!
A+
VKT says
What a terrific post for Alphabet Thursday! This teacher gives you an A++ on your work. JDaniel is a lucky boy to have such a caring Mom! This is my first time participating in alphabet Thursday! What fun!
Mary Beth @ Live. Laugh. Make Something says
so sweet! My baby (last one still at home) will soon be 17. oh my. Where does the time go?! I hopped over from Alphabe-Thursday and am so happy that I did! I am the new kid in class, and learning my way around. Please accept my invitation to drop in at my place one day this week when you get a moment. I have become a follower and hope you’ll do the same. until later…
MrsJenB says
How sweet. And I love that you see these moments for what they are rather than getting lost in frustration and not seeing the big picture. Beautiful!
Brenda says
Touching post. Thanks for stopping by!
Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti says
Your have such a great blog! JDaniel is lucky to have you as a Mom. My children are grown but I’ve been blessed with a wonderful grandson and I’d love to read your blog so that it will give me ideas of things to do with him.
Thanks for visiting me!
Sarah says
JDaniel has a great mom. Love the idea of caterpillar moments. Great post!
Nadeen says
And while crawling through the same lessons again and again, remember small children love repitition. Just drives adults crazy, tho. Enjoy the journey. Celebrate the victories.
Prairiemaid says
Very insightful and as many have already said…time flies by so quickly.
Linda says
Great post and so well said. They do grow up so quickly!
laterg8r says
you keep reminding him and he’ll remember 😀
Tina says
Well said. Been feeling rather caterpillar myself lately…
Christy says
this kind of patience is helpful at all stages of our lives…i think you are very wise
Melinda Cornish says
it sounds like you are up to the challenge….