I am thrilled to be part of 8 months old Sayaka's developments. It is the same too for Haruka. Just that it feels like a new beginning again whenever you are involved in caring for a baby.
There is always so much awe and marvel at how babies challenge their growth boundaries and explore into the next level of learning. This is especially so if you are actively there with your baby and letting go of your fear, but lovingly prompt the baby to explore their potential. Even though the hand is not there holding the baby every step and movement, the hand is always ready. There is also a strong element of faith that the baby will be fine and even do better if daddy lets her explore, while keeping an eye on her. This is exactly how our Father in Heaven watches over us. God has immense love for each of us and never leaves us alone. Yet, many times, we are allowed to test the boundaries when we have developed the necessary resilience to survive hardships and temptations. By not restricting our freedom, we learn on our own our mistakes and understand love and grow stronger.
Same goes for Sayaka. I may be an extremely bold daddy. I would let her sit up on her own even if there is a risk of her falling.
I have watched over her before and knew of her steady ability to balance herself and not fall. I know that even if she falls, it is within a height that is safe for her to incur just some minor pain.
When I am at a public place, others would look with disbelief or worry if the small baby would hurt herself if she falls. Yet, I let her on her own.
It is amazing that by doing so, she is learning so much more quicker. Her bone structure strengthens faster and she develops a firmer posture.
If I had over protected her, she may not have such an opportunity to develop her posture and strength. I wonder if she feels my invisible hand such that I feel His.
