So here goes. Anyone who knows my son #boychild, knows he has an extreme fear of the pool. It's so bad that I had to purchase a kiddie pool for our back yard because he's afraid of the pool in our complex.
When we arrived at our hotel Friday, he made it clear that he knows his fear and he was not getting in the pool. We were able to get him to get in but it was a struggle. He had goggles, a ring and arm floaties but he still chose to stay on the steps.
Saturday after spending time at our reunion, we went over to Destin Beach. I was a bit apprehensive because I knew he probably wouldn't go far. So much for me thinking!! When I tell you this little boy stayed in the water.. Lol
It was a struggle to get him out. He kept saying, "Mommy I love the beach". It made my entire heart smile. As parents, we try our best to protect our children but there comes a time where we have to just sit back and watch. I watched in absolute amazement at my son enjoying the water.
My loves, I challenge you to release your fears. You have the power within to overcome anything. You'll never know until you try. Try a new meal, skydive, kiss someone new. Just get out and do it. We cannot let our fears hold us hostage. It's not worth it.
Now that I know my son likes the beach vs the pool, I guess we'll have to have more trips to the beach. Anyone willing to put us up for the weekend? Lol
I Kid.. Make your Friday GREAT~
Signed,
Fearless Days ahead
This is so refreshing. First to see a mom not try to protect her child from something that was so much fun for him and two to see him really enjoy a thing that you thought he had a fear of. He has to experience things and you let him that's awesome Neka.
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