My Granddaughter and I had a discussion a couple years ago about fear: how we must pay attention to the feeling because it may warn us of real danger. But, also, how we must examine it, face it, make sure fear doesn't hold us back from accomplishment, from joy, from growth. She was about six at the time, a twig of a child, preparing for her first Taekwondo Tournament where she was matched to spar with boys. A sweet, caring child, she's never liked loud noise, undue commotion, or hurtful violence. But, she's self-motivated and disciplined. I'm sure she's still afraid sometimes, as we all are (as I am occasionally when I watch her tackle a new challenge). Not physically strong, she develops other strengths, mental and emotional, that serve her well. She teaches me valuable Life lessons.
lessons from a child
face daily uncertainties
find the solution
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| Amanda Grooming Flower |
I'm observing carefully through the month of January:
Amanda sounds like a smart girl. She is also lucky to have such a smart Grandmom!
ReplyDeleteLove Di ♥
God bless her!
ReplyDeleteYour granddaughter sounds like she's a great little lady and pretty smart too. You're absolutely right about fear. I've learned to face a few of mine over the years. It's amazing when you do how you find there wasn't anything to fear after all. Lovely photo. Flower looks well taken care of too. Have a great week Barb. Carol
ReplyDeleteLook at that photo!! The children in our lives are utterly amazing. Such a big world,- such a big horse. Good for her- good for you. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou are teaching her well. And she is doing you proud
ReplyDeleteBarb, I'm so glad I took a look at your blog tonight. Some beautiful things here. Thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteSuch wisdom in your words. A wonderful photo too.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love hearing about your relationships with your grandchildren. They're super lucky to have you, and I'm sure you're just as lucky to have them. xo
ReplyDeleteHow fortunate she is to have such a caring and fearless gramma to guide her. :)
ReplyDeleteI love how you pass along your grandmother's wisdom to your daughter. This makes families strong--mother wisdom. Peace...
ReplyDeleteLovely thoughts. And good for Amanda (and her mother and dad and grandparents for encouraging her!)
ReplyDeleteI would love to meet Amanda - she's blessed to have an insightful and wise grandmother. I bet she remembers that conversation for years to come. it was just one of the many gifts you've given each other. happy Monday to you Barb.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a good grammie.
ReplyDeleteThat is exactly the kind of words young girls need to hear.
This is a lovely approach to such a complex issue -- how typical of a child to help crystallize it!
ReplyDeleteYour blogs are gorgeous and inspirational -- thank you for sharing your insights.
You are a good grandmother, filled with wisdom and river stones!
ReplyDeleteShe sounds like a delightful child! Grandchildren are life's desert and such a blessing.
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