I grew up playing Double Dutch with my friends in Prince Georges County, Maryland. Just outside of Washington DC. A popular outside game that we played in the streets. With two 12-foot strings and 2 other friends, we spent hours on Augusta Drive laughing and playing.
Double Dutch is a fast-paced jump rope game. To play Double Dutch, you need at least 3 people. 2 people are the Turners and 1 Jumper. Turners get into position, leaving plenty of slack in the rope. They practice spinning the rope to find their rhythm. The Jumper gets ready. The Jumper stands next to one of the Turners studying the rhythm of the counterclockwise swinging ropes. When the Jumper feels safe and understands the rhythm, she jumps in. All 3 players play in Harmony and there is Joy.
Double Dutch is a fun and challenging game that can help improve coordination, balance, and cardiovascular health. It is also a great way to build teamwork and communication skills, as it requires players to work together and communicate effectively to keep the ropes moving in sync. Double Dutch has also become a cultural touchstone some communities, with rhymes and songs that have been passed down through generations.
It takes practice, skill, agility, and strength to become an Experienced Jumper. In the 1970’s we practiced sometimes 3-4 hours a day and summers. We got very good. Hopping on one foot, bouncing a ball, double-jumping, running figure-8 around the Turners as 2 Jumpers chased each other. Double Dutch encourages creativity and communication.
It takes 3. Both verbal and non-verbal communications are required for synergy. Child-like prayers, to not fail, said out loud and in our heads.
Every day we practiced and Every day we got better.
Marriage, like Double Dutch, requires skill, agility, and strength. It also encourages creativity, teamwork, and sportsmanship. A good marriage can help improve coordination, balance, and cardiovascular health of the partners. It is also a great way to build teamwork and communication skills, as it requires partners to work together and communicate effectively to keep the relationship moving in sync. Just like Double Dutch, marriage can be a cultural touchstone, with traditions and customs that are passed down through generations.
The Bible describes marriage as a covenant between a man and a woman. Marriage is a Divine Picture of the relationship between, Christ and his Bride, the Church. Therefore, it is common for Christian couples to include God in their marriage ceremony and to seek His guidance and blessing throughout their marriage. According to the Bible, God’s purpose for marriage is to provide companionship, to reflect His image, to produce godly offspring, and to provide a way for sexual desires to be fulfilled in a God-honoring way. We as to seek Gods honor by following biblical principles such as mutual submission, forgiveness, and sacrificial love.
While there are no guarantees, when God, Man, and Wife join, Christian couples believe including God can help strengthen their relationships and provide a solid foundation for a happier life together.
It takes 3. Both verbal and non-verbal communications are required for synergy. Prayer and following God’s Will.
Every day we practice & pray and Every day we get better.
What we learn in our childhood informs our adulthood. It is true that what we learn in childhood can have a significant impact on how we act as adults. Our childhood experiences shape our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors, and they can influence our relationships, career choices, and overall well-being. For example, children who grow up in abusive or neglectful environments may struggle with trust issues, low self-esteem, and difficulty forming healthy relationships as adults Similarly, children who grow up in supportive and nurturing environments may be more likely to develop positive self-esteem, healthy coping mechanisms, and strong social skills that can serve them well in adulthood.
Hope – It’s important to note that while our childhood experiences can have a significant impact on our adult lives, they do not necessarily determine our future. When we follow God’s Will, we exercise our power of choice. God wants us to be happy. We just need to get out of our own way.