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"You can only be a child once."🤍

You can only be a child once.

Childhood is not a reversible, correctable period.

A small laugh today.

One day will become just a memory.

Toys that used to litter the floor

Endless repeated questions asked.

And the little hands that used to hold us tight.

Gradually disappear with time.

Don't rush him to grow up any faster.

Because what he wants most

Not an expensive toy.

It's time, love, and having us around.

Embrace him a little longer.

Listen to him a little more.

Because of children...Can only be a child once in a lifetime.

And for parents.

This moment is too precious to let pass without paying attention. 🤍

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4/15 Edited to

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