They say the best thing about life is not the receiving of things but in the giving. I saw Bill Clinton on Oprah a couple of weeks ago and he has just written a new book called "Giving". I would love to get my hands on one and check it out for myself. I must say one of the most fulfilling times of my life was when we were newly married and we moved to a one horse town in the Eastern Cape called Queenstown. I taught grade R to about 20 xhosa children with the help of an assistant who was also my translator and became my friend. It was incredible - these little kids were soooo keen to learn and so appreciative of everything you did with them that it really was a rewarding experience!
This morning I hooked up with a lady at Masi library who is running a "lap programme" for adults and children. My eyes were opened once again to the HUGE need in that community and how much we have in comparison!! We actually had to explain to the women that it is important to sit with their children on their laps and to read stories to them and tell them stories and just talk about things. Wow we take these simple things for grantede in our busy days and schedules!!! Oh wow, I have cool photo's from Masi but now my task bar has gone!!!aagh!
Today I am grateful for...
the gift of being able to read and write
watching Row swim and catch a wave at Fish hoek beach
reading stories to my girls
my girls absolutely love books and reading!!!
finding photos for new scrap layouts
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Happy Valentines day Shirl!
Love you lots
Rowan
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