I didn't used to think I'd need do-overs in life. I don't regret many choices I've made or the things I've done. But for the last two years, my son has been fighting cancer and if I could have a do-over, it would be to spend more time enjoying the little things with my kids - not worrying so much that the dishes get done, the house be spotless or working 60 hours a week... But playing more, scolding less and having more fun.
My mother also had the brownie camera with the flash bulbs that left you blind or seeing spots for minutes after the photos. She was a good photographer, but somehow, I was the one who blinked, moved or looked cross-eyed. I swore I'd never do that to my kids... only guess what? I take my camera everywhere and take photos all the time! It's one of the tricks I use when writing - taking photos of people and places help me to go describe the scene later on... And as for my kids... well, they really should learn to hold still so I don't keep cutting off the top of their heads!