Jolly

Tonight was night two of volunteering at the shelter.  A few of the same families were there, but there was one new family, and two of the families from the other night were moved into the more "permanent" shelter - which is good because it will give them better access to counseling, career help, financial planning, etc.


Tonight was another busy night - no duck duck goose, but I did play chase for quite some time.   I got some decent exercise! Those kids sure have a lot of energy.  We also played "kitchen" with the play-doh, where we made "pizzas" and "waffles" and all sorts of other good stuff.  The little boy from the other night wanted me to make him a robot - so I did!


I also learned how to play real dominoes - apparently I have been doing it wrong, or playing a different version my entire life.


So, tonight I volunteered with my friend Mollie and her friend Holly.  Well, the kids decided that Brad just didn't work well with that, so they affectionately dubbed me "jolly."  It was all in fun - and I made the most of it and had a good time with it all night.


A few of the girls colored again - and at the end of the night gave me the following pictures:

The one above says "I name Jolli."  Very touching - both girls were great singers - singing songs by Hannah Montana and Justin Bieber tonight.  It was cute.


I've gotten so much from this experience and have learned a lot about life, love, faith, hope, and fear.  Other things too I'm sure I'll come to understand over time.


I will probably do this again - and recommend if you have the chance, you try it too!