Sometimes saying Hello is like taking a deep breath and going underwater. It requires confidence and getting comfortable with yourself. Recently our family attended our church picnic. I kept finding my oldest daughter off in a corner of the park almost under a huge pine tree. Looking around the park I saw a large group of girls were having fun sitting at a big table together. Oh in that moment how I wanted to take over so one of my precious kiddos wouldn't feel so awkward. Instead, I went over and gave her a big squeeze. She smiled at me as I walked away. Usually it was my oldest son who stands sheepishly away from the group. I looked to the other side of the park and he was squealing with glee playing with his brother and a group of kids. I smiled and walked on. During lunch I sat perched at a picnic table looking out for my brood. Every so often I would do a count to check where they were. As I looked to my right a pleasant surprise awaited. After about 45 minutes of being solo my oldest decided to step out and say hi to an old classmate whom she hadn't seen in a while. One Hi was all that was needed to spark possibilty. On my second round to the BBQ she was running, laughing, and playing with everyone. I exhaled and took a big bite of baked beans. Happy Monday all, a fresh start to a new week. Have a wonderful day!
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