My daughter is very different from me, and that's okay.
We had a walk today in the nice sunny weather. My daughter has been cooped up at home for the past five days. I have extreme social anxiety, so staying at home with little human interaction is my preferred way of life. But I am reminded that my three-year-old is not like me.
She threw a tantrum today. A very loud tantrum, which caused my husband to wake up and demand that I "do something with her." I then realised what she needed was not books or toys or even food at that moment. She needed to be outside.
Despite the pain in my chest and sweaty palms, I got her and myself dressed and we went outside. The moment we stepped out the door, her mood did a complete 180. Being outside made her happy.
My daughter helps me push my limits and become a more disciplined person. My depression and social anxiety make the normal task difficult. But meeting her needs and seeing her happy makes me work harder to try to overcome my hardships.
Awee. She looks so cute! :) Surely, kids that age really wanted to play and go outside. I am glad she was able to get what she wanted today and also, you needed to be outside too. So, it was probably a win-win situation for the both of you. :)
Yeah, I agree it was :)
It's amazing the power of a toddler. I have a 3 year old too and having him pretty much locked in the house for the past year and a bit (including 2 birthdays) has broken my heart. Just like your daughter, he loves to be outside.
I hope that your daughter's strength gives you some strength too.
I've been feeling bad for the birthdays and halloween at home too. Thank you, my daughter does help me out a lot.