Loving, Beautiful Children

     The love of children, their sincerity, their authenticity - is soul touching and healing.
     After the steamroller of reality ran over us Tuesday regarding Caren's amnesia, I had returned to the rehab to p/u Benjamin.
     I had to leave to p/u Austin from grandma's and Nich from bowling. I had asked Benjamin to do me a favor, and take care of Mom while I was gone.
     Caren said Benjamin had been the most attentive ever, loving and gentle.  Even when the nurse couldn't figure out how to operate Caren's recliner, Benjamin politely fixed the situation and wheeled his Mom back to her room, helping to get her settled. He helped her fix her supper tray, and was an excellent go-fer.  I think our Benjamin is growing up, :-)
     As I was leaving the rehab facility for the evening, the young lady at the receptionist desk asked me if "that young man" was with me, pointing to Benjamin as he exited to go to the car.  I explained that he was my grandson.  She was delighted to tell me how polite he'd been, speaking to her and conversing with her.  She also stated that none of the young people his age had ever spoken to her, or acknowledged that she was at the desk.  I really appreciated her kind words and Benjamin's mature attitude.
     Before I left, I stopped to read the cards for Caren Benjamin's friends had made in class.
Each child, each card was a loving work of art and sentiment.  Just reading their notes made me cry, the notes were so genuine.  Each had a healing word, a word of encouragement for Caren.  Some expressed prayers.  Some sent her the gift of laughter by saying these cards would cheer her up, and help her heal.  I was deeply moved to tears, and immensely encouraged and blessed.  What mature posts each person shared.  Perhaps I underestimated fifth graders.  Oh, Benjamin is a fifth grader!  *chuckles*
     Again, let me express my abundant gratitude to Benjamin's fifth grade class for their gift of time and love. Thank you, Benjamin for delivering these treasures to Mom.
     Young people, thank you, also, for reminding me of unconditional love!
     God bless these children who are such precious teachers!