Xmas Magic: when they grow up

You're gonna miss this
You're gonna want this back
You're gonna wish these days hadn't gone by so fast
These are some good times
So take a good look around
You may not know it now
But you're gonna miss this

I put together a 50s style kitchen for my daughter 10 years ago when she was 3.

That son of a bitch had 700 pieces between parts and screws. I don't miss putting shite like that together, but when she wakes up tomorrow her smile won't match the one she had 10 years ago.

I take a lot of shite for granted, but for some reason I love every agonizing second of the early years Christmas. Tonight was a thrill as always, waiting for the kids to sleep so we can set up the Santa gifts. I will absolutely miss it when they grow older, but I'm grateful to recognize it now.

My only is 5 months old. We are about to celebrate his first Xmas.

I put together a walky talky walker. :)

You never know how much parents love their children, until you have one of your own.

My kids are 23, 21, 20 now and we had some magic Santa years when they were younger but I ain't gonna lie getting up after a good night sleep and a good breakfast is fantastic. I just give them money now so no stress for Christmas shopping either. Anyway folks enjoy the Santa years with the kids those are the best.

My daughter is 8 and still holds my hand wherever we go. She sees me as more of a hero than I really am.

I’ll hold onto this as long as I can.

This is our first year without "Santa Clause". Honestly, it was nice not having to sneak around or stake out by their doors to make sure they didn't wake up and walk out. They are still excited about gifts, so it's all good. Plus, disn't have to stay up til all hours. I'm sure I'll miss it, but not so much yet.....

I agree. Mine are both in college. All of you with little ones, don’t bitch when the wife wants to take endless videos and pictures.... you’ll really appreciate that you have them not too far down the road. And so will your kids. Their face will light up again when they see a video of that toy they got so long ago that they loved.

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Mine are soon to be 14 and 17.

Tonight I remember the times I lamented putting toys together ala Santa himself.....those years were golden. That is when magic was true.

I am grateful for my boys. I am grateful for every blessing we have. But, I have to admit.......I miss the littles.

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Yep. I’m right there with you. Mine are 19 & 12.