Oh to have an even an ounce of the confidence and strength that you have my child.
Two months ago when we were told you would have to wear an eye patch every day on your dominant eye you were hesitant and scared. You didn’t even like the sound of it in the doctor’s office.
I’ll admit, I didn’t like the sound of it either.
I tried my best to smile and nod as the doctor spoke, and though I had MANY questions about what this could mean, what is the worst-case scenario???? I decided to keep them to myself (for the time being).
Your dad and I tried to make it sound like a game like it would be no big deal.
The first day as I expected you cried, you begged, you told us how much you didn’t like it. We held you and tried to comfort you, and we both were heartbroken. But we held strong.
We are now almost two months into this journey of daily #eyepatching your dominant eye and every day you get a little bolder and more confident.
Today, after starting your timer, I realized we needed to go to the store and we could not wait until you were done. So I asked, “Would it be ok if we went to the store while you have your eyepatch on?”
You didn’t even hesitate, you said YES LETS GO!
As we rolled through the store your head was held high, it was just another trip to the store for you. No thoughts about what people thought, or what they might say.
You acted silly in the cart, you called out “Hi Momma” and waved and made sure I didn’t forget your favorite snacks.
Every single day without knowing it you teach me so much about myself and what REAL confidence looks like.
You take the challenges that life gives you and you face them straight on. No need to hide your battle, you are wearing it and if you could you would probably add some glitter!
You challenge me in the best ways and I pray that you carry this confidence and strength for the rest of your life!
