Childhood Innocence

This Wednesday was a big day in the life of 47 little ones in Lekubu. Keromang Lutheran Early Learning Centre was a buzz all day as the graduating class of 2013 prepared to receive their certificates. Happy, excited kids running all over the place, moms trying desperately to finish putting their child's cap and gown on.

The entire day was dedicated to the kids. For one day they were treated like royalty and spoiled a bit more then usual. Every one got a big plate of food to themselves at the after party and was allowed seconds to their hearts content. You could watch them glow and come alive.

As they all finished their meals they slowly started working their way out onto the playground. Kelebogile and myself watched as they all joined hands in a circle, danced and sang together. Eyes still fixed on the kids Kele said a phrase in Tswana that translate to,"It's beautiful isn't it?" I looked over at her and her at me and we just smiled at each other. The beautiful blissful innocence of a child is absolutely remarkable sometimes.

 

Peace

 

*written December 6th