Ending for a new beginning

It is the first day of June, which means that half of the year is almost over.  We can't say we're at the beginning until something has ended.  This morning, I decided to have a baking activity with the kids to kick off the month. Of course, they all loved the activity, especially working with fondant.  May, the previous month, was very busy for all of us here.

What kept us busy was our Daily Vacation Bible School for children last month.  We had four sessions with more than 130 students.  We held classes in different barangays. As the group's team leader, I always attend the classes, which means I had to bring the kids with me, especially our youngest son.  I am glad that he is used to traveling and being around different people all the time. 

EJ with his Ninang Aiza and kuya JC

My children were also excited about the DVBS, so they enrolled in the classes.  I am so happy to see how they have participated in the event.

SJ may be the youngest student, but he enjoys singing and dancing.  Up until now, he still remembers every song they sang and the accompanying actions!  He is also excited to participate in the craft activity for the day.

      

My daughter, Eu-La, was happy to meet new friends during the DVBS. She tries her best to participate and memorize verses from the Bible during the event.  

                           

My son JC somewhat lost interest in attending school after someone took his chair.  I couldn't find any way to pacify him or motivate him to come back and join school even during the following days.  I just let him skip attending since we will have another set of sessions in the coming weeks.  I encouraged him to join the next school session, but he still is not interested.  While we were preparing for the classes, he discovered that he could help the teaching staff operate the projector using PowerPoint.  This made me happy, knowing that at least he's been a part of the DVBS. Actually, he acts more like a teacher than a student.  I find him scolding children who misbehave during classes.

I am thankful for every morning, for a fresh new start, and for evenings to wind down after a tiring day.  As of now, Pakner and I are also starting a new adventure in our lives.  We are not sure of what is to come or what the future may bring, but my heart is secure and peaceful as we continue on.