creation...through the eyes of a child

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To help people at all times...

Just got back from a girl scout event...I run two troops, and this time, both of them were working together to create a lovely "sleep over" party for other kids...

first off, they were making blankets for other kids who were undergoing cancer treatment. They were so proud of themselves for helping other kids--when their parents came to pick them up EVERY girl had to show their mom or dad what they had made and they all, in their own words explained to their parents what the blanket was for. This is so wonderful to see kids understanding how their actions affect others.

Secondly, we had karaoke, and the kids who didnt want to get up and participate didnt--but eventually when they saw all the other girls kicking back and having fun, they put their "reservations" aside and just had fun--so wonderful to see kids understanding that FUN is way more important than how you LOOk in any situation..;

what touched me the most though was seeing the older kids helping the very young ones....either helping them make their blankets, or singing or holding their hands as they went to go to the bathroom...these kids are compassionate, understanding and helpful--oh, what joy that is...

I have stayed home with my girls since they were little--and i am blessed to have the abundance to do that--but i have also extended myself beyond the boundaries of my family in order to be of service to girls of all ages in the scouting environment--tonight--i saw the benefit of my work, and it touched me deeply...

:) girls wicked rock!