Time is the only gift that really matters to your children.

Today, I …

Drove my son and daughter #1 to school this morning. 

Encouraged daughter #1 to handle her forgotten homework without blaming others.

Chatted with daughter #2 before school.

Relayed a phone message from my son to my wife to take his glasses to school.

Listened to daughter #2 play her new french horn. 

Took daughter #1 to a volleyball meeting.

Shared breadsticks and a Coke with daughter #1.

Learned the game Axis & Allies with my son tonight.

Helped my son with email etiquette to adults for his science fair project.

Helped daughter #1 pick out a picture from our last vacation. 

Gave daughter #2 a big hug. 

Listened.

Tucked in both daughters and gave my son a pat before bed.

Remembered that the time I spend with my children is the best gift I can give them.