Poetry Teatime: Helping a neighbor
I wanted to share what we did today anyway so maybe others will be encouraged to reach out.
Our widow neighbor has been battling loneliness and depression lately. The kids and i picked up donut holes, brought a picnic blanket and invited ourselves next door. With books and donuts in hand, we set up teatime on the floor of our neighbor’s living room.
She relaxed in her comfy chair while we read poetry and sang songs to her. She was soooo thankful! (I found out later that she called her daughter to tell her we were coming. Then her daughter made her promise to call her back when we left because she was so intrigued by this “teatime” we were doing!)
We were able to bless each other using teatime today! I wonder- how have others used teatime to reach out to neighbors, friends, etc.? Think of it – using language arts to make someone’s day!! It was fun!
Jen
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That is beautiful! I love that idea
Isn’t a joy to be at liberty to use our time, talents and treasures (our children) to bless others while learning something, too?
Nanci