Child will go on thrill rides at theme parks, said no developmental book ever

I settled into the row behind Max, Ben and Sabrina as we boarded the Radiator Springs Racers ride at Cars Land. When we visited Disneyland five years ago, Max was too scared to try it—he stood behind the railing and peeked over.

And now, during our trip there the other week, he couldn't wait to go. This was a real milestone, and I had to take a video. Progress comes in all shapes and forms.

 To Max, it was one serious joy ride. To me, it was a victory lap.