What a fabulous day! Just when I think the kids are completely worn out, they show up with more money and more smiles! They are getting anxious to do our traditional "Happy Dance" again. Whenever there is enough money for an additional wheelchair we do our "Happy Dance" around the room! It has been very effective to use wheelchairs as markers because at 5 years-old the dollar amount is vague to them but picturing a child in a wheelchair is real.
Our big day is on Monday. I can hardly wait to celebrate with the kids! The butterflies have now encircled the school and the last fundraiser will be held this weekend. It has been a powerful journey for all of us.
Yesterday was also great in terms of what we learned. It is always a little challenging to explain intellectual and mental challenges to 5 year-olds, so I called in the experts! One of my experts is an occupational therapist and the other one is a precious mom of a child with autism. Together they did a great job of explaining the challenges to the kids, helping them understand the challenges and, lastly to feel them. It was a very moving day!
For the next two days we will take some time to experience the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. When we come together again, we will give thanks for the miracle He allowed us to share in.
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