We FINALLY found an outlet for all of Madeleine's excess energy. After chasing her around and watching her bounce off the walls for years, we discovered rock climbing.
I signed her up for the class, just trying to find an activity she would agree to and might enjoy. (Madeleine vetoed basketball, baseball, and soccer because she's not "good" at them and wouldn't have fun. How does she know she wouldn't have fun since she hasn't really tried any of them? Don't ask me.)
As it turns out, Madeleine has a natural inclination for climbing. (Anyone who knew her as a toddler will not be shocked by this.) She has little fear, some pretty good arm and leg strength, and a big desire to climb two-stories to ring a cow bell. :)
Granted, this might not be the most comforting sport for a parent. I'm just excited that Madeleine found something she loves doing and excels at. As long as she learns how to climb safely, I'm all for it.
4 comments:
Hurray Madeliene!! She looks like such a pro. I still think she'd rock at soccer!
How fun! My boys LOVE rock climbing. Our local rec center has a big wall so we go there often!
What a great idea! I really should try this with Noah. I think he would love it!
i know what you mean...when joseph does bmx i'm on the bleachers having heart attacks, but he LOVES it. what's a mom to do?
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