Tonight I watched Cinderella. My son was in it. He was part of the chorus and it was fun to watch him sing and dance. It amazes me that only a few years ago he had terrible stage fright! Now, he does what he can to make his appearance known on stage- which he did tonight.
A few years ago, someone I worked with got him started at the theater. Since then, there haven't been many shows that he hasn't been a part of. At times, we were frustrated with how often we had to pick him up late every night after rehearsal. But, looking back, it was worth it. The theater has brought out a confidence in him that has bettered his life. He has met people he wouldn't have met- good people who respect him and always say great things about him when I talk to them.
I've met a lot of teens who have nothing to do after school- so they find things to do. A lot of them find the wrong things to do. So, having my son spend every moment he could at the theater with people who liked him and looked after him, teaching and mentoring, was a really great thing.
This past summer, he spent his time at a camp because he developed a love for the theater. He had the confidence to apply for a lighting position because of all of the things he learned through his years at the theater.
Tonight I saw some of my youth at the theater. I see it happening again with them. It's a cycle that is continuing. It's more that just a theater- it's a place for people to come and learn and grow, become confident in themselves, and share their talents with others.
So, where was God today? He was once again putting people in the path of those who need them.
Proverbs 3:21My son, do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight,
Jennifer
A few years ago, someone I worked with got him started at the theater. Since then, there haven't been many shows that he hasn't been a part of. At times, we were frustrated with how often we had to pick him up late every night after rehearsal. But, looking back, it was worth it. The theater has brought out a confidence in him that has bettered his life. He has met people he wouldn't have met- good people who respect him and always say great things about him when I talk to them.
I've met a lot of teens who have nothing to do after school- so they find things to do. A lot of them find the wrong things to do. So, having my son spend every moment he could at the theater with people who liked him and looked after him, teaching and mentoring, was a really great thing.
This past summer, he spent his time at a camp because he developed a love for the theater. He had the confidence to apply for a lighting position because of all of the things he learned through his years at the theater.
Tonight I saw some of my youth at the theater. I see it happening again with them. It's a cycle that is continuing. It's more that just a theater- it's a place for people to come and learn and grow, become confident in themselves, and share their talents with others.
So, where was God today? He was once again putting people in the path of those who need them.
Proverbs 3:21My son, do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight,
preserve sound judgment and discretion;
Blessings,Jennifer
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