This week for FHE we decided to introduce Dylan to the art of conducting a meeting. Yesterday I sat down with Dylan and let him pick the lesson topic, the songs, a scripture and an activity. Then I went over with him the typical protocol of introduction, asking people to help with prayers etc. We didn't think that this experience would be more than just an introductory learning exercise for Dylan and that Dylan would need lots of help. Tonight came and Dylan took charge! He performed the act of conducting a meeting like a pro! It was clear that Dylan felt the importance of Family Home Evening and his roll in tonight's meeting. Owen and I just looked on with amazement at our little son's natural leadership abilities! This isn't an experience that is new to me. I am constantly impressed at the instinctual spiritual abilities of little children. Yesterday in primary a boy of eight gave a very comprehensive talk on the gift of the Holy Ghost that was clearly given with the help of the Holy Ghost. There have been many times in a quiet moment that a child will utter a comment that is so pure and powerful that you know that this little person is being inspired by a Heavenly Father who knows an loves all of us. It is such a blessing to be associated with little children and to be blessed to be a mother despite my lack of fertility! It is an honor to be Dylan's mom and to help him discover his talents and develop his abilities. I am really looking forward to the time (which is approaching very soon) that Dylan will be a big brother and good example to other children in our home.
Monday, September 1, 2008
Behold Your Little Ones
This week for FHE we decided to introduce Dylan to the art of conducting a meeting. Yesterday I sat down with Dylan and let him pick the lesson topic, the songs, a scripture and an activity. Then I went over with him the typical protocol of introduction, asking people to help with prayers etc. We didn't think that this experience would be more than just an introductory learning exercise for Dylan and that Dylan would need lots of help. Tonight came and Dylan took charge! He performed the act of conducting a meeting like a pro! It was clear that Dylan felt the importance of Family Home Evening and his roll in tonight's meeting. Owen and I just looked on with amazement at our little son's natural leadership abilities! This isn't an experience that is new to me. I am constantly impressed at the instinctual spiritual abilities of little children. Yesterday in primary a boy of eight gave a very comprehensive talk on the gift of the Holy Ghost that was clearly given with the help of the Holy Ghost. There have been many times in a quiet moment that a child will utter a comment that is so pure and powerful that you know that this little person is being inspired by a Heavenly Father who knows an loves all of us. It is such a blessing to be associated with little children and to be blessed to be a mother despite my lack of fertility! It is an honor to be Dylan's mom and to help him discover his talents and develop his abilities. I am really looking forward to the time (which is approaching very soon) that Dylan will be a big brother and good example to other children in our home.
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Yes, I can hardly wait for Dylan to be a big brother. No doubt he will absolutely love that, and it will be a great blessing for him. So excited for you guys!
ReplyDeleteChildren are beautiful. Some of my most spiritually touching moments I have felt have come from listening to a child.
ReplyDeleteLove you guys! We are so excited for Dylan to be a big brother too--we can't wait to be the new aunt and uncle and get some more cousins!
ReplyDeleteP.S. Is there anything particular Dylan would like for his birthday??
Wow, your blog looks awesome! I'm so excited for Dylan to be a big brother too, and for you to be a new mommy again.
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