Facing my inner Goliath I

The First Time

I was near pee-ing in my pants.

Dad and I walked round the high obstacle course for a few times. Each time, I stepped forward and said yes. However, the moment I was buckled up, I quickly turned away again. By the third time, I garnered enough courage to try go for it. I was so frightened as I climbed up the stairs.

I was really very frightened but dad encouraged me throughout the whole obstacle course. In order to encourage me to walk on, bravely, dad even fell from the bar as he climbed up to hold my legs. I was fearfully holding onto the rope for my dear life. After each segment, I felt like I cannot move on and was very tempted to give up. Dad said that I was near to tears but I managed to push myself all the way.

Finally, when I completed the whole course-which seemed like it was forever, I was elated and was so very proud of my badge of honor for completing the course. Dad said I was brave and he was very proud of me.