Musing.....

As I am cleaning and baking, prepping for the Sabbath, my mind is wondering. I got to thinking about what Grandma used to say: "We shouldn't clean before guests come over, they will just make a mess and you'll have to clean after anyway." (Such a wise, practical woman!) However, I remember getting her house ready for large groups of people for Sabbath afternoon. One of the jobs that fell to my sister and I was polishing the dining furniture - huge oak table, chairs and buffet. Lots of nooks and crannys! I can still smell it.....

But that got me to thinking about one particular Sabbath my grandparents had the guest speaker from church and a whole slew of people over. I only met that pastor that one time (I think his name was Elder Espinosa?), but he made such an impact on me! Why? Because he took the time to teach us kids some songs. I have enjoyed those songs throughout my life!

So I guess my point is....no matter how silly the little ditty (who knew that John Brown's Baby Had a Cold Upon His Chest would be so much fun!), or how little time you have with a child. If you teach them a song or tell them a story, no matter how silly....time spent with a child will make a difference.

If a one time visit can make a difference, just think the impact we Grandparents can make! Even if we can't carry a tune in a bucket!