I guess maybe, just maybe, I get it. I really want them to be a bit more fearless. But I understand the fear. When was the last time in my life that I just jumped in? I'm so cautious, carefully seeking out information and asking a thousand questions before I'll wade in ankle deep to some new opportunity. I would hate to get stuck in some circumstance that makes me uncomfortable, stretches me in any way... I don't just jump. I wade in with trepidation and I'm ready to turn around and jump back OUT at the slightest hint of "not what I expected."
I could do with a little more jumping of my own, and then, perhaps, they'll jump in too. Although, I have to say, when it comes to things they're passionate about, the kids will dive in head first and if I don't follow, I'll just be left in the dust. (Scouts, anyone?) Perhaps we can each learn a little more about the whole idea. From each other. And THAT is one of the best parts of a family. Each and every one of us learning from each other, jumping in and then holding our hands up and waiting... waiting for the next one in line to join.
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For sure. My kids teach me on a daily basis..and remind me to embrace the new, and have faith that things will work out...:) Thanks for sharing!!
That is a fabulous part of family. And community - like this wonderful writing community that we're in. Encouragement, shared gifting, individual gifting. Continue to bless us with yours!
this is an awesome photo--can you tell me more about it!
Be Blessed
this is an awesome photo--can you tell me more about it! be blessed.
Nice post.
Together. That is the best part. We have times of courage and times of fear. We rise up as a family to join one another on the journey. We are in Scouts with our 1st grade son. He is teaching us and vice versa! So great! We have a backyard pool now so lots of jumping in. We breathe easier when they know how to swim! When we trust in Him, we look at the jumping a little differently! We have more courage...more faith...as we trust and go into those questionable waters! :)
Renee, the picture is from a walk I took with my 2 year old, I noticed our shadows with the sun behind us and snapped a few pictures!
"I really want them to be a bit more fearless. But I understand the fear" We want so much for our kids especially the things we know we struggle with ourselves. Thanks for sharing
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