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Brad Cangany's avatar

Good job. I was too focused on my children completing the next milestone and didn’t appreciate those moments. Once I realized that it was too late. Fortunately I now have grandchildren and can savor those moments.

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James Briggs's avatar

These reflections, for me, are probably an advantage of having kids late. I'm not sure I would have noticed as much when I was younger. I'm glad you can experience this with your grandchildren!

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Ben Hein's avatar

This is beautiful, James. jubilee is asleep on me on the plane right now. A rare moment. The last? I don’t know. This is great perspective.

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James Briggs's avatar

Aww, that's so wonderful! Thank you! I hope the rest of your travels went well.

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Joyce Spayd's avatar

LOVED! Forwarding to my daughter.

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James Briggs's avatar

Thank you!

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N. Kawa's avatar

This really hit me — I have a 4-year-old son here in Kyoto, and I’m also constantly realizing that yesterday’s version of him is already gone. We’re making quiet memories together — walks, questions, little routines — and I’m trying to hold onto them while they last.

Your words reminded me of that again. Thank you.

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