Community Day

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Our church participated in the local town's community day yesterday. I organized a craft table for children to promote our Vacation Bible School and provide exposure for our church. We had such a beautiful day. The sun was out and there was a large turnout.

I did an under the sea theme.
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We had lots of little visitors.
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Enjoying food and fellowship.
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Emily went off with her friends and at one point someone said, "Look isn't that Emily up there?" I looked where they were pointing and this is what I saw.
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The little daredevil made it all the way to the top and rung the bell.
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She ended up climbing five times and even made to the top on the expert level.
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At the end of the day we settled down to chat with friends and view the fireworks.
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I think she looks like she had a great day!
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We came home and fell into bed. We accomplished what we set out do and had fun in the process!

Comments

  1. ElizabethdJune 8, 2009 at 6:23 AM

    What a great day! Emily is obviously set to reach great heights!

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  2. wdworkmanJune 8, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    Looks like a fun day!

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  3. AnonymousJune 8, 2009 at 10:53 PM

    What a fun time for you all ~ I think community outreaches like that are wonderful!

    Blessings to you this week,
    Sharon

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  4. Leah CourtneyJune 9, 2009 at 3:55 PM

    This was a neat day, Terri! My dc love climbing also. Congratulations to Emily!

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