On Wednesday, Mattie and Naomi swept through the house like little whirlwinds. We couldn't figure out what they were up to as they gathered indomie (ramen noodles), koolaid, and cups. They made ornaments and sorted out crayons. They plucked and squeezed about 40 oranges. Finally we were told that we were invited to a birthday party---for Jesus. All the Nigerian kids went home and changed into their finest.
We have been to many parties. We have hosted many parties. We have created top of the line decorations, the most fun games, and had the best of times while in the states...however.....I don't think there has been a more meaningful, better celebrated one than the one we had yesterday.
Gradually about twenty kids gathered for the Birthday Party for Jesus. Mattie played "Good King Wenceslas" on her trumpet (joyful noise)!
Naomi organized games.
Jennifer sang "Mary's Boy Child" and read the nativity story.
She also explained the true meaning of Christmas. This was so precious. She said, "Christmas isn't about going to Mr. Biggs, wearing new clothes or eating chicken and don't you forget that! It is about celebrating the birth of Jesus, our Lord and Savior." The children agreed with a strong "Amen"=simple, pure and glorious.
Then came the food! Indomie cake is what the girls said everyone would share.
Indomie Cake is made with about 10 packets of ramen noodies (called indomie in Nigeria) with seasoning and a bit of water. Voila...there you have it. It was eaten with joy and thanksgiving along with the fresh squeezed orange juice and green koolaid. (For a real treat, some kids chose to mix their drinks!) They ate with their hands, but didn't seem to mind.
The girls gave each kid three crayons and a foam ornament they made. If you could have seen the faces of the kids as they held their new gifts-sheer delight.
As I watched the children humbly celebrate the birth of our King, I saw such pure adoration and sincerity. They didn't wait until everything was perfect. They did their best in their own way. And a child shall lead them.......
11 comments:
I have just now been introduced to your blog (thru Jerri). This post made me cry as I think of the children dressing in their finest clothes for Jesus' birthday party. Beautiful.
God bless you as your family adjusts to the States.
(Military family with a heart for the nations....)
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