Just keep swimming

Corbin has been working on learning to ride his bike for weeks. Every day, after school, I do 2-3 laps with him, holding onto the seat to help him balance. I could let go several times, but he hadn't quite figured out the balancing act to keep going. He kept at it, and with a BIG incentive as a reminder, he maintained a decent attitude about doing something really difficult.

Today, it clicked and after a couple shakey, wobbly, independent rides around the island, he picked up speed and off he flew! Goooo Corbin!!! 

Riding his bike was the last task Corbin needed to earn a trip to build a bear. He was SO excited. He chose a star wars bear dressed like Han Solo. He loves it and is sleeping with right now. 

Great work, Corbin!  I have a thought to keep trying things that are new and difficult for me. Even if progress is slow, it appears non-existent, when it is finally no longer a new or difficult thing, the rewards will be sweet.