Why can't time stand still sometimes?

The last two weeks have come and gone so quickly. I wish that we could have slowed them down. Brannon's parents came out for a week visit and my parents came out the week after that. It feels like they just got here and this morning we said our tearful goodbyes in the parking lot. Joseph blew many kisses and waved. Once pa-pa chiz was out of site, he asked "pa-pa back? pa-pa back?" wanting pa-pa and grandma to come back.
There is such a thing as good quiet and bad quiet. Right now, the quietness of this afternoon is not so great. The boys were spoiled with love and playtime from grandparents. We went swimming several times, took many walks, went to the Denver Aquarium, etc...It was a wonderful time and we made some great memories.
We were also able to be all together to celebrate Carston's 1st birthday. It's hard to believe that he is a year old already. I think that one day I will blink and both boys will be driving. (Hmm, Joseph behind a wheel driving) Carston has certainly been on the move. No doubt he will be walking in the next month or two. No steps by himself yet, but he can stand on his own sometimes. At least when he is not paying attention. Once he realizes he is not holding on to anything, he plops to the ground. Diapers serve more than one purpose. They are great cushions.
We are planning on driving out to Elgin, IL for Christmas time so only 5 more months till we can visit again. I'm sure it will come quick.