Thankyou for reading this.
I find it incredible how such a simple thing can change your entire point of view. How everything in the world suddenly becomes OK just by someone saying thankyou for your efforts.
One of the boys I lead endeavours to say thankyou to me at the end of the night. Well most of the time. For instance if the programme went badly at the youth group he may just skip the thanks. However I generally get those words from him that mean more than he can know. When he doesn't it's a clear indicator that the night did not work and most of the time I've already noticed but his confirmation means it all and only makes me cherish the days I get it right even more. How would you ever notice the good times if there were no bad times.
It turns out that one of the parents has even noticed the difference by just saying thanks. I received an extra thanks, partly forced but nonetheless an extra from her son. Obviously my face betrays my love of such a simple remark to set me at ease, even for a short while.
So my point is simple.
When you receive a thankyou, congratulate yourself on a job well done
When you get something week after week keep saying thanks. You may not know the difference you're making in that persons life.
Finally, consider your life. The things you've had, the friends and the moments. Perhaps It's time to start thanking God for all He's doing in your life. It means so much to us, how much more does it mean to God who does so much in your life.
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Friday, May 2, 2014
Thursday, November 15, 2012
We will remember
Our Boys' Brigade returned to the fray for the first time since re-opening in 2007 as we formed up in the square next to the cities cenotaph alongside other Youth groups, Royal Marines, RAF, Navy and the like.
The plan was to show the boys the meaning of Remembrance day, to take part in the parade and to show that the Boys' Brigade is still alive, thriving and taking an active part in our community.
We couldn't have had a better group of boys to do so. With 10 out of the possible 11 of our older members coming allong in pristine uniforms, polished shoes, arm bands and hats forming up proudly in front of a fair crowd. To have such a good turnout we knew we'd be in for a challenging but good day.
We knew we were on to a winner as the utterings of questions came from the crowd as we marched onto the square. "Who's that Youth Group?", "Is that the Boys' Brigade Uniform?" and hilariously, "They're either the Boys' Brigade or Big brother or something?"
We replied to those we could but the morning was taken up by the silence at the stroke of the 11th hour and the ringing of the Last Post sounded out through the square. Our boys, with heads bowed in quiet revererance and thought throughout. A true moment for us as Officers and a memory for the boys whom did not question or complain but stood out respectfully in thanks to those that died for our way of life and so they might have the chances put before them in these times and those ahead.
Afterwards was lunch before heading to the local museum of the Royal Marines where in 2 groups we led the boys through the story of the impact of the Royal marines, what it takes to become one and what true bravery means. The boys once again taking it all in. They asked questions and found answers to ours, learning throughout. All enjoying the day and content with each others company.
Of course we made use of the Assualt course to end and a game of rounders on the grounds to the front of the museum finishing in congratulations, thanks and a short prayer from the officers as the daylight began to fade.
To have been part of such a day truly inspires me for the future, the potential in the youth we have and the knowledge that we can give these kids something to really think about and they will honour us in their behaviour and actions when given the chance.
If your Youth group, Boys' Brigade or other hasn't felt the impact of being part of Remembrance day in your own town, i urge you to do so and you might see a side of your members that maybe you thought was absent. We certainly don't regret it, not even slightly.
The plan was to show the boys the meaning of Remembrance day, to take part in the parade and to show that the Boys' Brigade is still alive, thriving and taking an active part in our community.
We couldn't have had a better group of boys to do so. With 10 out of the possible 11 of our older members coming allong in pristine uniforms, polished shoes, arm bands and hats forming up proudly in front of a fair crowd. To have such a good turnout we knew we'd be in for a challenging but good day.
We knew we were on to a winner as the utterings of questions came from the crowd as we marched onto the square. "Who's that Youth Group?", "Is that the Boys' Brigade Uniform?" and hilariously, "They're either the Boys' Brigade or Big brother or something?"
We replied to those we could but the morning was taken up by the silence at the stroke of the 11th hour and the ringing of the Last Post sounded out through the square. Our boys, with heads bowed in quiet revererance and thought throughout. A true moment for us as Officers and a memory for the boys whom did not question or complain but stood out respectfully in thanks to those that died for our way of life and so they might have the chances put before them in these times and those ahead.
Afterwards was lunch before heading to the local museum of the Royal Marines where in 2 groups we led the boys through the story of the impact of the Royal marines, what it takes to become one and what true bravery means. The boys once again taking it all in. They asked questions and found answers to ours, learning throughout. All enjoying the day and content with each others company.
Of course we made use of the Assualt course to end and a game of rounders on the grounds to the front of the museum finishing in congratulations, thanks and a short prayer from the officers as the daylight began to fade.
To have been part of such a day truly inspires me for the future, the potential in the youth we have and the knowledge that we can give these kids something to really think about and they will honour us in their behaviour and actions when given the chance.
If your Youth group, Boys' Brigade or other hasn't felt the impact of being part of Remembrance day in your own town, i urge you to do so and you might see a side of your members that maybe you thought was absent. We certainly don't regret it, not even slightly.
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