Making the Moments Count

I have been reflecting lately about whether I have truly been enjoying little moments.
While I was in school, I was concerned with being the best mommy while trying to juggle my coursework. Now that I am not in school, I feel my old spirit coming back. Without having to worry about deadlines, assigned reading, exams, or papers, I feel more able to handle each day.
Looking back, I realize how much I truly enjoyed school. What I gained was perspective. I learned how to shift my focus from homework, to the Queen, to Mr. B., and to other areas. I had successes and I had failures. I learned from each failure and strove to be better the next time.
I am finished with school for the time being. Mr. B., on the other hand, has a very long road ahead of him. Our experience of going to school full-time, while taking care of a baby, helped us grow closer. We learned how to manage very busy schedules and still maintain our relationship. I learned that Mr. B. needs to focus an extraodinary amount of his time on school, if he is to be successful.
The little moments we had in which we laughed uncontrollably, were amazed by our baby, and taught each other things from our classes, are moments I will forever cherish. I am almost saddened that I do not get to have lunch with Mr. B. on campus anymore. But, I am glad that I finished my degree so that I could become a full-time wife and mother. I am learning how to support Mr. B. in his studies. I know I need to sacrifice spending time with him in order for him to focus as much as he needs. I know that I have the primary responsibilty of taking care of the household and the Queen. I also know, at times, it is hard to bear this alone.
Since my role as student is over, I am now shifting over to homemaker. I am relinquishing the time I needed to do homework over the Mr. B. I am vowing now to cherish the moments with Mr. B. and not grow resentful. I will enjoy the Queen and learn how to handle 2 babies at one time. I will devote my time to serving those who need my help. I will make every moment count, even the yucky ones.
Here's to the wife of a pre-med student.