Had a big scare today at a crowded place

curlypie1 · October 2010

Had a fun but really scary day at HallZooWeen today. I got separated from Nora in a crowd. It was probably only a minute or so but it felt like eternity. We held hands while I pushed the stroller most of the day but in this one instance we didn't. I thought she was behind me while I pushed the stroller but there were so many people being pushy around the treat stations, she got disoriented and took off running to find me in the opposite direction. We were both a wreck. It made me realize how important it is to teach your children at a young age what to do in these scenarios. Stand still and shout and wait for Mommy to get you. Don't run to try to find me unless you see me. This scary experience taught me a valuble lesson so an even greater scare will be avoided. We've been talking about this all night and when I told Nora a bedtime story tonight she wanted to hear a story about "how Nora got lost". I'm still a wreck. I feel ashamed/embarrasesd to post this but hopefully it will remind someone to teach their kid what to do in this scenario.

KYmama9286 · October 2010

Please dont feel ashamed/embarrassed-- I'm sure that this happens to every mom at least once and I cant imagine how scary it can be in those moments! In a way its good that it happened (with obviously a happy ending) so that you know that Nora will know what to do next time. I know it will be a while till I need to talk w/ Nicholas about this but I honestly can say it would have never crossed my mind what to tell my son to do if we were separated so this acts a great reminder for other moms! Try not to be too hard on yourself-- youre a great mommy!

linzpinz14 · October 2010

How scary! Don't feel ashamed at all! All of that can happen so fast. It is one of my biggest fears, since C is currently going through a stage where she doesn't want to hold my hand at ALL in public.

kel716 · October 2010

Oh my gosh, how scary!!! I agree HallZOOween was nutty today! Brandon got trampled on the playground, and that alone was scary. DH and I were talking on the way back today that the "HallZOOween" part that draws everyone to the zoo isn't anything that great where it almost makes more sense to go when there isn't that kind of draw. I don't know if that makes any sense or not.

Anyway, fwiw, my dad took myself and my 3 younger siblings to an amusement park when I was little. My baby brother was 5, and he got "lost" while in the park. When my dad realized my brother was missing, I have never seen him so startled in my life. Fortunately, he was fine, but I know it rattled him for quite a few days. You're not the only one to do this, and the reminder is an important one!

warriormomerin · October 2010

Don't beat yourself up! DS got swept up and away from me in a crowd at KI yesterday. Fortunately, I was able to keep my eye on him the whole time, but it was scary to realize how easily he could have disappeared. Thanks for the tips on what to do in those situations. I'll definitely start practicing with him now that he wants to walk instead of use the stroller.

sistrkate · October 2010

Oh my gosh, I can't even imagine how frightened you must have been. My heart started pounding when you were describing it. I'm so glad it turned out OK. Don't be so hard on yourself - these things happen to all of us, unfortunately. Thanks for the reminder, I can totally envision this happening with my two crazy buds.

KristenBtobe · October 2010

I got choked up reading this. Thank you for sharing and reminding us about this important lesson. You are a great mom and have no reason to feel embarassed sharing this with us.

hav2run · October 2010

That had to be the most awful feeling. Thank you for the reminder, and the tips. No need to feel embarassed. We will all go through similar things at some point. I am glad to have the reminder to start talking to DD about it. So happy your story had a quick and happy ending.

LoriZ · October 2010

I really need to talk to DD about this topic. Thank you so much for sharing your story and for the reminder. I guess she's old enough now that I really do need to talk to her about this. I'm so glad you were able to find each other so quickly. It must have been so scary for both of you.

Lucky_N_Love · October 2010

KristenBtobe:
I got choked up reading this. Thank you for sharing and reminding us about this important lesson. You are a great mom and have no reason to feel embarassed sharing this with us.

this! Glad things turned out okay.

Moesten · October 2010

How scary! Don't feel embarrassed, it is such an important reminder to all of us. When I was growing up anytime we went to a crowded place my mother always gave us the If We Get Separated speech. And for each place we went we picked a If We Get Separated Location that was the designated meet up spot. Nora and our kiddos are too young to find a meet up location but it is still so important to give instructions as to what happens if you get separated. So glad you guys had a quick and happy resolution. Thanks for the important reminder.

KYMelissa06 · October 2010

Tosha that's so scary. Don't beat yourself up though, it could happen to anyone. Thankfully you found each other quickly and you both learned a great lesson today before something terrible happened. I'm so sorry you had to go through this.

Megs&Nick · October 2010

Oh, Tosha, that is beyond scary. My heart was racing for you as I read what you wrote. All it takes is a split second and you can't find them. I'm so happy that your story had a happy outcome.

Thank you also for the reminder on talking with Allie about standing still. I have worked with her to make sure she knows my and DH's real names as well as her first and last name should she ever get lost, but never thought about the standing still and shouting part.

You're a FANTASTIC Mommy and your girls are so lucky to have you!

Lyons_in_2007 · October 2010

Megs&Nick:

Oh, Tosha, that is beyond scary. My heart was racing for you as I read what you wrote. All it takes is a split second and you can't find them. I'm so happy that your story had a happy outcome.

Thank you also for the reminder on talking with Allie about standing still. I have worked with her to make sure she knows my and DH's real names as well as her first and last name should she ever get lost, but never thought about the standing still and shouting part.

You're a FANTASTIC Mommy and your girls are so lucky to have you!

This. Exactly. x a million!

firegirlkorb1 · October 2010

oh no, I could imagine how scared you must have been. ((hugs))

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