BALLOON ARTIST

I remember as a young child going to the amusement parks, county fairs, circus or festivals with my family and immediately spotting the balloon artist.  This magical person was one who could turn a rubber balloon into whatever your young heart desired, with a couple of twist and turns.  My favorites were a head-piece, mickey mouse or a large heart.  My brother always choose a sword so he could fight his imaginary enemies.

Does the recent photos I have taken bring back childhood memories for you?

CHILDREN ARE LIKE BALLOONS

Children are like balloons with a message inside.
They start out small and we inflate them
with something of ourselves.
As we pour our lives into them-they spread sunshine,
give joy, brighten the days of grandmas and grandpas
and cheer up the sick.
They remind us of being young and that life
is fragile. They celebrate living!
When discouraged, they are like a balloon
that deflates. A simple openness allows
us to refill them…with hope
for the future, a feeling that they are special 
and the knowledge that God loves them.
Their enthusiasm is like a balloon carried 
on the wind with never ending energy.
They sway and drift.
It’s then that they need our prayers and
loving guidance, without too much pressure
that would cause them to burst.
The time comes sprinkled with tears and joy,
when others are able to read the message
we have written on their hearts.
So we let go and let God have His way
With our precious balloons…not the end…
Truly the beginning!

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BE ENCOURAGED!  BE BLESSED!

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