Too Many Seconds Missed #VerseLove

Thank you, Allison Berryhill, for the invitation to ponder what I've missed.  This idea was a topic of conversation over drinks with friends last night.  As a teacher, time off does not necessarily match up with the rest of the world.  I feel that I have missed many moments in my children's lives, and it is even harder now that they are adults and off on their own.  

I recently missed Mother's Weekend for my daughter's sorority.  She sent me pictures, attempting to keep me connected, but it hit my heart.  I am going to plan carefully so I can attend next year.  I only have so many more of these "mother" moments.

I missed

a weekend by your side

with your "sisters,"

instead a friend stepped in my place.

I missed 

making bouquet bunches,

our fingers arranging the beautiful blooms

in the same room and not through text.

I missed

too many seconds

because time is a treasure

that is difficult to find with you.