Roller Derby

I believe the main idea of roller derby is to allow people to be themselves without judgement.  It doesn't matter your age, pants size, hair color, or background.  And with cool nicknames and clever get-ups, what a cool sport! 

The new "7 minutes in heaven"- mom edition

It's not what "7 minutes in heaven" meant in high school. (Not like I even played it. I was a tad geeky with no interest from boys until 11th grade.)

As a mom, those 7 minutes in heaven give butterflies in my tummy and tears in my eyes for a miriad of reasons.  These moments have been happening a lot lately. Moments where I say to Gage or whisper to Brady, "This is a moment...."

Moments such as,
     * Looking deep into my child's big brown eyes while brushing our teeth together.  Not saying a word. Just staring into each others eyes with him mimicking my toothbrush movements with his own.
      * Watching my child color a picture so carefully, tongue sticking out, a smile creeping across his face periodically.
      * My newborn's babbles. Making no sense, yet complete sense at the same time.
      * Cuddle time with my children. Rocking in a rocking chair in a dimly lit, silent room.  I whisper into their ears, "This is a moment."
      * Cooking with my child. Yes, it may last longer than 7 minutes, but every minute makes a mother's heart swell with joy.
     * My baby's smile. Less than 7 minutes, but lasts a lifetime. I whisper to him, "This is a moment."

My days are filled with these moments and these are what makes this life worth living.   My 7 minutes in heaven that I will cherish as long as I live. What are yours?