Facing Fear

Last week, my daughter went to the pool with her grandma. This was the first time in the water since she conquered swimming with my cousins last month. While my mom said she did great, when we were driving home she broke down in tears. "I can't swim anymore, mom. I'm too afraid." This broke my heart. She was angry with herself for being afraid and was beyond frustrated. I know that feeling too well. I tried to explain to her that I feel that way with my horse sometimes. I know I can do it, I know I can work with her, but sometimes I'm afraid. This frustrates me when the doubt creeps in and ruins the day's plans. While working with a horse is one thing, dealing with cancer and just raising a child is another. We can't let fear take over and ruin the good things for us.

"All I want is the wind in my hair, to face the fear but not feel scared."
Natasha Bedingfield, Wild Horses