This week there was one thing that excited me more than anything, Bible School at Riley's Creek. Last year I hung out with my mom and the older kids doing what I had always done when I was a kid but this year it was different. When I found out that I had preschool [the three year olds] I was a little disappointed. The first night being hectic made it worse. But the one thing that got me through that night was my babies little faces. The second night, I went in with a great attitude.. that it was going to be a wonderful night. And with that, it was. Yeah it was loud and out of control at times but that was okay because they were learning and they were having fun. If you sit back and watch these little works of God, you get to see incredible things. The things they say and do..it amazes me.
[JAY] This little guy, he just brings smiles to my face. I babysit Jay when his parents need a night out [which they should have more often] and its not even like a job, but just a really fun night. So when he walked in the first night, I was nothing but excited to see him. [going off topic for a minute] The other night when I was watching him, I unfortunately had to put him to bed. This task was not easy. I would put him down and go in the living room and seconds later I would hear little feet come running in. I repeated this about three times when I decided to lay down with him. So Michael [his brother], Jay and I all laid in Jay's bed. I asked Jay what was wrong and he told me he was scared of the dark. I then told him that even if it was dark, Jesus could still see him and his angels were protecting him. His reply, "but I cant see him Ms. Kristin". So Michael and I explained how you could feel Jesus in your heart and thats how you knew he was there. We all had a very interesting conversation, that excited me to no end. After that, Jay fell asleep. [okay back to bible school] I also used this in Bible School when Jay told me he couldn't sing, I told him that no matter how he sounded that Jesus loved his voice and wanted him to sound like that. After that, he sang every song. Too cute. He has this adorable little way of calling me Ms. Kristin. It warms my heart every time I hear it. He can be very active and keep me on my feet but never for a second am I bored or not enjoying his company.
[FAITH] Adorable is really the word I use to describe Ms. Faith. She is just like me when I was little, bright blonde hair and very girly [which is a great thing]. She never failed to listen to me, which was a plus. She always attempted to dance and sing. Overall, she was a leader for our group. When the group was asked a question they would stare and have no idea what to say but Faith always had a reply, a logical one too. She is very mature for her age. I felt like she didn't even need to be in with the three year olds. She absolutely did not want to get dirty..making hand prints with paint was out of the question. I thought that was cute. She always wanted to sit in my lap and that really made me happy. Her and Jay always seemed to have a leg. Faith is a little girl with a lot of ambition and with Jesus in her heart. I think she is gonna become a fine young woman.
[WADE] This little man is the cutest thing. He is Allyson's little buddy. He was so unique because he knew how to interact but listen as soon as he was told. He was closer to us than any other kid in the room, and I guess that could be a good thing? Very well behaved and adorable. He can be shy at times, but cant we all?
[CARSON] This guy has style. [thanks to his mommy of course] He was also well behaved and a quiet little thing. His smile was the greatest. He interacted very well. The cutest thing was when his face would light up for his momma when she walked by. But the greater thing, is that she could keep walking without him making a fuss. He was just lovely. (:
[CHEYENNE] This child has her own little cute attitude. She knows she can accomplish anything she puts her mind to and thats a great quality. Sometimes she could be hard headed and not listen but when you sat back and watched..she knew every motion and word to each song. That meant something.
[HAYDEN] His name is the greatest. This little fellow was scared of everyone. He was so quiet and shy but when he talked it brought a smile to my face. He was extra careful about when he needed to potty, TMI? Sorry, haha. To cute and well behaved.
Through the week I learned so much and shared great experiences with these little ones. Its gonna be fun watching the ones I attend church with grow up. Another thing I loved..My best friend, Allyson. She has never really been a huge fan of kids..but with these, it was amazing. She was great with them, especially Wade. I loved that. We always share the best experiences together and im glad our church life is one of them. My wonderful boyfriend [chris] told me that I was great with kids, he could tell by watching me. That has always been a trait I have obtained. Being a second mom to Beth and David had a lot to do with it. I loved this week, enjoyed it so much. I cant wait to next year.
Oh and one more thing..my favorite Bible School will always be two of them..the one the year I was eight and last years when two of the people closest to my heart [Allyson and Jessica] came to Jesus. That moment was one no one can beat. <3
So I leave you with this, enjoy those little ones..they make a huge difference if you set back and watch. Don't rush time away. And volunteer for VBS, it wont completely kill you and you will have a good time.
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