Hula Hoop Baby

This is really cute...but there's something to be learned here. Notice the first child is doing the hula hoop like it's supposed to be...and doing a great job! She steps away to share with a younger sibling.

As is to be expected, the younger child cannot maintain the hoop around the hips (doesn't even try)...just stands there and wiggles...what's important is what is happening in the background. Listen to the encouragement!

Now while I know we are to teach our children to perform tasks to the best of their ability...sometimes they just need to be cheered on from the sidelines. No matter that it's not perfect...they're trying! Let's not forget that children need to know they're loved and that we are proud of them, even if they are a little unconventional!