August 22, 2006
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It is so true that it is more blessed to give than receive. Our very special group of young people proved that today.
The Tartu Clowns for Christ
had their first 'performance' and they were blessed to bring a bit of laughter and joy to a small group of children at the LasteKodu Käopesa ~
The Bird's Nest Children's Home
Six of our clowns met up at our flat this morning (the other two are gadding about in Europe) to put on their makeup and costumes. Brandi, me and our wonderful group of clown ministers headed out to share a smile and lots of hugs with a precious bundle of itsy-bitsy souls. Brandi did some clowning around even though he didn't have a costume .. and I was just the photographer (even though I did receive an occasional hug and kiss on the cheek).
Today turned out to be very rainy and chilly so our clowns quickly learned that flexibility is the key to success. Their plans to entertain the children outside had to be readjusted but even the tiny playroom didn't dampen their spirits. The first few moments were a bit scary for the children but it was amazing to watch our young people interact with them and put them at ease. They all acted silly, did a few pre-planned routines and loved on the children. Before long, little people from other parts of the house began to trickle in and quickly joined in the fun.
All in all, I think the clowns were satisfied with their day. They were in such a good mood when we left, they waved at people all the way home. This isn't a common occurance in Estonia so some pretended they didn't see them, some did a double-take and some just shook their heads. Even though Merlin was the most active 'waver' she didn't seem excited about doing that in her own neighborhood ... and her, Heidi and Tallis ran real fast into their house when we dropped them off ... funny, huh?
The only thing that would have made ME enjoy it anymore would have been if I could have brought a few of those little cherubs home with me!
Comments (8)
That was an awsome day! I truly loved it! Thank you for makeing it abel for us to do that we sure could not have done that without your help and just being there
Love you lots! You are always in my prayers!
Hugs and love from
"Little" Riina and Miss Sweetie
I just love the pictures! You did a really good job!
-Liis
The photographer did an exellent job! I'm glad that it went well.
Love you. ~hug~
How fun! Did it make you think of our babies in Omsk? They would have loved it too...what a great ministry for those girls!
Love you, Court
What an awesome ministry! You brought lots of love and happiness into others lives...May you be so blessed for having such cheerful and giving hearts! Love Darline
Penny:
The pictures are great...please tell the girls that I think they are great. I would have loved to see them work with the children. I also read Courtney's article. It was wonderful---please pass that on to her. Love you bunches,Karen
That is awesome. Having actually brought one of those cherubs home with us, I know that they need something bright in their lives. And you bring the brightest thing of all...
I'm just now seeing this, and I just have to say "What a wonderful thing to do." Looks ya'll had a ton of fun!!!
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