NORTHERN PLANNER

My little boy has recently turned 5 and started school.

If that wasn't enough, he has his own football team kit and happily chases the ball with his little friends every Saturday morning. 

I wasn't ready for this picture. He's all grown up. 

I still remember the first time we brought him home like it was yesterday. 

Of course, to be honest, there were times in the last five years when I wanted some time alone. Or just a sleep in.

But these moments when he's suddenly all grown up make me want to re-tread every single moment with an even greater awareness and attention. Now he plays by himself more. Now, when his friends are around he sometimes forgets we're there.