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Working with a child''''s fear of sailing
Hello to all!
I have come across this incredible opportunity to realize a goal and passion of mine. To sail to the Bahamas for an indefinite amount of time with an expartner/sailor friend. So not only am I able to realize a dream but could possibly reignite an old flame. The timing also couldn''t be better. We plan to ship out within a month and I''ve just learned that I will be losing my job in two weeks with no prospect of another. I''ve also been searching for ways to afford to homeschool my daughter....again this all seems like a perfect opportunity. The problem is this....my 10 year old had a horrible first sailing experience about 3 years ago and has not forgotten it. To make matters worse - last summer I bribed her into taking a small trip with me and she basically screamed the whole time. I need help! I know in my heart that this would be a valuable experience for her and myself on so many levels that I can''t imagine passing it up! I am trying to come up with ways to gradually get her to come around and love the sport and art of sailing at least half as much as I do. Can you offer me any suggestions. Thanks for reading and letting me share this. I welcome any suggestions. Peace - Petra
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