Thanks, Waiting, for a wonderful memory. It's that kind of tangible record that I will pass on to my little one, one day. I wish I had recordings of some of the pillars of my childhood. They would be among my greatest material possessions.
I've made video recordings of my daughter since before her birth. The last I took, about two weeks ago, was of her chasing me in the backyard with a water hose giggling, "get you, daddy, get you." I joyfully embrace the role as her greatest helper and I will sacrifice whatever life might hold for me so that hers might be better.
But today scares me. I feel weak and helpless against so great an evil, but I will do what I can.
Take care, Waiting.