Not a work of art

Our daughter is part of the Art Club at school.

Their first outing as a group was Via Arte, an annual chalk art display.  They chose to recreate Edvard Munch's "the Scream".

Due to other plans, we signed up to be there for the final shift; we thought we would be on the finishing team to complete any incomplete components.  After attending early service, we packed all the necessary sunblock, chairs, sunshades, and hats.  My husband, Scott even made a knee pad for our little artist.

When we got there, the others had already finished the work.  Finished.  No grids or chalk were left...nothing.  They had not chosen to call and let us know that our services were not necessary.  We were both really disappointed.  Although I bought her another "square" in which she could create, she was sad not to be a part of a large project.

Have you ever felt that way?  Unnecessary?  Disappointed? Disenfranchised?

I have.  Too many times to count.

The question is: do we pack up our chalks and walk or do we find a way to help?  It is hard to feel sorry for oneself and serve others concurrently.

I often did the former when faced with hurt feelings and disappointment.

Judah chose to create a beautiful moon in her square and write the Genesis passage about the creation of the sun and moon.  She chose to give God glory for his work in her work.

I want to be more like that.  Wanna join me?

Have a great week!

Amberly