Twinkle in the eyes

Today, I saw a 'twinkle' in the eyes of one of the children I have been teaching. When we first started our therapy sessions, he would have difficulty attempting or persevering through new challenges. The same phrase keeps popping out and that is "It's too hard" or "It's too difficult" or "I can't do this".

Over the weeks, we have been building on his confidence and perseverance. During today's session, he was attempting a very trying task. Half-way through the activity when he needed a short rest break, he kept saying to himself, "I CAN DO THIS!!" I looked at him and I told him, "Yes! You certainly can!" And saw a 'twinkle' in his eyes of believe.

The words he repeated to himself were like music to my ears. I can't describe the feeling except that I have a Smile etched on my face since the session =o) It's a Beautiful Day!