Climbing the wall at our tiny neighborhood playground is the latest feat of our growing toddler. Earlier this week I asked if she wanted to try, and she surprisingly jumped right to it.

First successful wall climb. #ProudParent moment. She’s finding confidence in her @softstarshoes Merry Janes. #fatherhood #sahd #softstarshoes #activekids #climbing #minimal #shoes #daddysgirl #playground #getoutside

A video posted by RC Liley (@going_dad) on Aug 3, 2016 at 5:05pm PDT

As with most things related to a growing tot, it’s bittersweet to see. I love seeing her accomplish new things, but that means she’s *gasp* getting older and *deeper gasp* more independent! Ahhhh, parenting is tough in so many ways.

But it’s also rewarding and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Especially when we can spend some family time together. Watching her climb the wall and smile as she reaches the top is nothing but satisfying. Then topping it off with a family selfie to end a wonderful day.

Even in the Texas heat, we’re doing our best to keep active outside. Sometimes it can’t happen, but that’s why we have our living room construction site/play area.

As always, big thanks to Darren and his never dull #MySundayPhoto linkup. Check out his blog full of beautiful pics and join in on the #MySundayPhoto action!