Fun times in the park have become a regular highlight of our summers.
For those families who participated in previous activities like Family Retreats, this time served as a family reunion. For other families, this time was a chance to receive love and acceptance from a community, perhaps for the first time.
We had some new faces this day. Leah (above and to the left) is one of our newest volunteers. She was eager to bring a special clay for the kids to make sharks or fish or snowmen ... whatever the kids imagined. Some creations were quite good!
Other kids just loved being present, enjoying the beautiful weather and scenery with friends.
Blowing bubbles was once again a big hit. Even the adults enjoyed it. We were thankful to have some bubbles remaining from the Family Retreat.
Like most celebrations in China, there was a time of singing. It always amazes me how seriously these young men take singing. We were invited to see them participate in a music class they attend; their teacher donates her time to bless individuals with disabilities. It's so great that such service is becoming more common.
As we departed, the question on everyone's mind was: when's the next time we can gather together?
~ Kevin
