On Saturday, Kidz That Care , a nonprofit organization in Charlotte, visited Ben's Easterseals UCP group home to "Pack the Pantry" with groceries and beautify the front porch with flowers. Ben joined the group outside and watched them plant poinsettias, sweep leaves and wipe down tables. I wasn't sure how engaged Ben was in the activity but when I tried to take him for a walk, he made it clear he wanted to stay and observe. He hugged the one adult with the group (not the photo above). When the group was leaving, Kidz That Care asked to take a photo with Ben. I noticed how Liam, one of the teen volunteers, kneeled next to Ben rather than stand behind him. Usually people not comfortable around Ben are hesitant to get close. I was impressed with Liam's willingness to bend down and be at his level. Then Ben leaned in for a hug and held on to Liam for several minutes. Ben's hands were tight around Liam's neck and he kept his head on Liam's shoulder. It w
Oh my word! How cute is that?!? Tell Ben thank you, thank you, thank you for starting off my Monday with such a wonderful something to smile about! :D Fabulous work, Ben!
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Thanks - we think it's cute too! My middle son has been looking at it all day, thinking about how he can make one!
ReplyDeleteThat is very cute! How do these teachers come up with all this stuff?
ReplyDeleteWow - I'm sure you told Ben he did a fantastic job already but that's amazingly cute! I've actually seen this craft idea once before but not nearly as well done.
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