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same time he didn’t want her to grow
up shy.
So, writes Aron, he “became determined
to introduce her to every potentially
pleasurable opportunity in life,
from ocean waves, tree climbing, and
new foods to family reunions, soccer,
and varying her clothes rather than
wearing one comfortable uniform. In
almost every instance, Lily initially
thought these novel experiences were
not such good ideas, and Jim always respected
her opinion. He never forced
her, although he could be very persuasive.
He simply shared his view of a situation
with her—the safety and pleasures
involved, the similarities to things
she already liked. He would wait for
that little gleam in her eye that said she
wanted to join in with the others, even
if she couldn’t yet.
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