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I’m one of those people who doesn’t like to acknowledge that time is going quickly by. I spend most of my time with my husband and kids trying to capture every moment with my camera so I can relive it and never have to let it go. Its funny to me how time really does give us some perspective on certain things in our life. When my beloved maternal grandmother died I thought I’d never get rid of that aching sense of loss inside of me. And there are times when I still feel it but now its a more accepted absence in my life. I can still remember that I had plans to have lunch with her the Monday after she died. It didn’t seem right that we didn’t get that last lunch.
When my son (my youngest) went to school for the first time I thought I’d never adjust to be home all by myself. But I did filling my days with writing and characters who made the quiet emptiness of my home more acceptable for me.
Of course there are good things brought by time as well–things like my daughter coming home from college or planned vacations with the family. Time doesn’t differentiate between the good and the bad it just keeps marching on. And we mark the passage of time with the moments and events that mean something individual to each of us.
Above I’m pictured at The Making of Harry Potter in the UK where my family and I went last weekend. I had been waiting since December to go and visit the tour and it was worth the wait. Now I’m waiting for December and the release of Les Miserables!
What are you most looking forward to this summer? For me its two things my anniversary trip with my hubby in July and a trip back to my home state of Florida in August.
I’m giving away a signed copy of READY FOR HER CLOSE-UP to two blog participants today.
Jun 12th
2012
3:07 am
Fran Said:
I agree with you, and it seems that as I get older the time flies faster
It feels so wrong….
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Jun 12th
2012
4:49 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Fran–time does seem to be going faster as I get older too
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Jun 12th
2012
3:07 am
Kirsten Said:
I’m adopting a new cat and am SO looking forward to having a furry friend round the house again. After I lost my last cat my home seems so empty. I’ve been filling that too with lots of books and characters that are very entertaiing but when the last page is read it would be nice not to be alone.
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Jun 12th
2012
4:50 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Hugs Kirsten on the loss of your cat. I’m glad you are getting a new one. Books are such great companions.
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Jun 12th
2012
3:13 am
Melody May Said:
Oh my gosh, I can’t wait for December for Les Miserables. I love that musical. Anyways, this summer we are planing to go Yellowstone and I’ve never been, before. However I will be counting the days till school starts again. I know I should cherish this time, however,I do like that time I use to have. So here’s hoping for a summer full adventure.
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Jun 12th
2012
4:52 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
MelodyMay–I am so excited for Les Mis! I always feel torn about summer love having the kids home but there is that point halfway through when they are bored and fighting and I start thinking about them going back to school! I hope your summer is full of adventure. I’ve never been to Yellowstone, but I’d really like to go!
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Jun 12th
2012
6:00 am
kris Said:
totally looking forward to our next Disney cruise.
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Jun 12th
2012
6:03 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Kris–I love the Disney Cruiseline. Haven’t been on one since my son was 2! That was a long time ago. Have fun!!!
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Jun 12th
2012
7:06 am
Jaye Marie Rome Said:
Like you, Katherine…I’m dying for Les Mis…the previews look awesome! And who doesn’t love Hugh Jackman?!
This September, we’re going to Costa Rica for the first time..to a resort where we’ll have a villa, a private plunge pool, and a PERSONAL CHEF! So excited about that! (And hubby is even more excited because it’s actually quite reasonably priced!)
This Friday, my oldest graduates from middle school…where did 14 years go? Lots to look forward to in the coming months!
Jaye
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Jun 12th
2012
7:38 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Jaye Marie–I’m jealous of your vacation. If I was going on that trip I’d be wishing every day flew by!! I know how you feel on having a kiddo graduate middle school.
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Jun 12th
2012
7:28 am
Shana Galen Said:
For the most part, I don’t mind time flying. Baby Galen is almost 3, and i love that she’s growing up. Many days it doesn’t seem fast enough. But when I’m on vacation, I always wish time would slow down.
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Jun 12th
2012
7:39 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Shana–I always want more vacation time or family time then I have. I like it when everyone is together and having a great time.
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Jun 12th
2012
8:03 am
Nancy Robards Thompson Said:
My daughter is going off to college in August. So, I’m looking forward to spending as much time with her as possible this summer. I’ve been in total denial about her leaving. That’s really taught me the meaning of living in the moment.
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Jun 12th
2012
8:09 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Nancy–I know exactly how that feels. I thought I’d have my kids at home with me forever and then realized that I’d been raising them to be smart, independent people for a reason and that was so they could go and live their own lives…but living in the moment is so important. Enjoy the summer!
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Jun 12th
2012
9:08 am
Cindy Kirk Said:
I’m looking forward to the RWA conference in July, but it’s not going to be nearly as much fun without you there!
I could so relate to what you said, Kathy. I look forward to the conference all year and then poof, it’s over.
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Jun 12th
2012
9:53 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Cindy–the conference is like that for me too in the years when I can attend. I’ll miss seeing you this year too.
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Jun 12th
2012
10:43 am
catslady Said:
I was in my 30′s before having my children and up until then time passing was not really noticeable but once I had children it started flying. I think maybe because all the many phases and growing that they do that it’s one thing after the other and so many things are major. The only thing I have coming up is my mom’s 90th birthday on Sept. 1 and we’re getting together to make it a special one. Another amazing milestone but one I don’t like to think about too much lol.
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Jun 13th
2012
1:43 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Catslady–Happy early birthday to your Mom. What a great thing to be looking forward to. I agree with you that with kids time just seems to fly by.
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Jun 12th
2012
11:10 am
Molly Said:
I’m looking forward to taking my nephews to Flintstones Bedrock City in Custer SD.
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Jun 13th
2012
1:45 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Molly–that sounds like so much fun! I’ve never been to SD but hope to get there some day.
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Jun 12th
2012
2:23 pm
CateS Said:
I was on Facebook and there was a posting from a friend of her twin brother & his daughter at graduation… gosh! I’m having a hard time with him being old enough to have a high school graduate… He’s not on Facebook, so the last time I saw him was in the 90′s.. ok so he is old enough… but it’s still strikes me strange… Like he’s jumped from being 20 something to his late 40′s…. it can’t have been that long..
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Jun 13th
2012
1:46 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
CateS–its that way for me too when I see my kids friends that I haven’t seen in years graduating middle school. I remember when they were babies and it seems like it was just yesterday. How did that happen?
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Jun 12th
2012
2:34 pm
bn100 Said:
I’m looking forward to going to the beach.
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Jun 13th
2012
1:47 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
bn100–I love the beach. I’m looking forward to going when we visit Florida in August!!!
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Jun 12th
2012
3:00 pm
Jane Said:
Hi Katherine,
I don’t have any concrete vacation plans, so right now I’m just looking forward to seeing some great movies like The Dark Knight Rises and The Bourne Legacy.
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Jun 13th
2012
1:51 am
Katherine Garbera Said:
Jane–I’m looking forward to some movies to…Magic Mike, anyone???
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