Topic Introduction
Definitely a “fishbowl” topic. The Preacher’s/ Christian leader’s kids are always being observed and many things are expected from them: Maturity way beyond their age; they are to be kind, gentle, and obedient at-all-times; eager to learn Godly things; natural born leaders; and on and on…
However, they pop the bubble, pretty much as soon as they come into full view and open their mouths. Bless them! They are, after all, our very own little carnal-natured humans!
Let’s start this multi-chaptered Topic with Humor:
Give me some really GOOD ones. We need some laughs.
Ones like mine, when our oldest son, at the tender, pure (?) age of 7, brought to the Church Picnic a new word he learned at school.
“Pastor Bogart, Joey just said the “F” word at the playground!”
Joe was quicker than Dad that day, running all the way to the edge of the park boundary fence. And then he could go no further…
What Are Your Stories?
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Don’t forget, here’s how this works…
Each month a topic will be presented. I will give an introduction and an invitation to all of you who would like to respond to the topic. Ask questions. Tell your story. A little bit of crying and bellyaching is allowed, however, there will be limitations. Our goal is to find each other through our discussion of our shared experiences and to encourage each other. God will be with us!
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It may be necessary for some editing of your submission to present a concise version. I will work (and pray) through your comment/response and then post both what you contributed and my own comment or response, as well as interaction from “the Sisterhood” I have received concerning it. Nearing the end of each month, I will inform you of the next month’s topic, to give the opportunity for you to prepare.
One of our “characters”, an elderly, somewhat cranky lady told me with a rare chuckle; “I can’t decide what I enjoy more when I come to church on Sundays – the Sermon or watching you try and wrangle that little fella of yours to sit still in his seat!”
Glad we could be an avenue of entertainment for others. I was just trying to survive another “sit-still” session with my wiggle worm!