"The way we do at school."

This is a picture of Garrett, my four-year old son, taken at the home football game against CCS.  While I do think it's an adorable picture, that's not why I'm posting it on this blog.  It's what happened right before I snapped this shot that's the real story behind this sweet photo.  Let me back up a bit.

  

If you've ever been to a BBS home football game (in the past decade, that is), you are probably aware of the "Spirit Tunnel" formed on the field for the Buccaneers to enter the "battle arena" in style.  I can't imagine the opposing team not being totally intimidated by this awesome showcase.  It's the highlight of each game for many an elementary boy and girl.  Garrett, of course, must be a part of the spirit tunnel, but is still a little afraid of going out there by himself.  (Have you seen how big some of our players are?  Try being 42" tall and having those giants run by you.)  In fear that he would be squished, squashed, or worse, I accompanied him, hand-in-hand, onto the field to be a part of the tradition. 

While we were lined up waiting on the team to enter, the announcement came from the press box to please stand for the invocation.  I leaned over to Garrett and told him it was time for a prayer.  He promptly yanked his hand from mine and said, 

"I have to pray the way we do at school."  

I couldn't help myself...I had to take a picture during the prayer.  The Lord completely understands.

What a beautiful statement:  "I have to pray the way we do at school."  

How many parents in this country would love to hear that statement from their children?  

How many never will because their children don't have a Boyd-Buchanan School or one like it?

  

My four-year-old reminded me that humid evening why I value BBS so much.  

I'm thankful for "the way we do at school".

Renee Hood