On Friday, I sat in the front row and watched the 5th-9th graders
perform for the talent show. There were thirty performers in three
different categories (variety, instrument, and singing). I arrived with
Eldon twin brother and his baby sister a full two hours early because the
performers had to be there early to practice and set up. Some were good, some
were really good, and some were well... my mom always told me, "Baby if you
don't have nothing good to say don't say nothing at all."
My children have been taught to always do
your best and if your best isn't good enough, go back and practice some more.
All three of my kiddos have been playing piano for 3 years and have never
competed in any type of competition. Eldon was not nervous at all. His biggest concern was getting the purple package of skittle from the
snack bar, that was set up but not selling anything (why tempt the kids).
I was a nervous WRECK! He just looked at me, “Mommy I'm not
nervous, what is wrong with you!" I took my cue, went, and sat down. He was number 11 in the competition and
did AWESOME!
I do not often brag or boast when it comes
to my children. I believe in the bible verse from Matthew 5:16 Let your
light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father,
which is in heaven.
However, on this day I will brag on this
young man. Eldon is a solider for the Lord; he has been called to do
something great and powerful for God. He is sweet and humble. If
you ask Eldon for anything, he will give it to you even if it means that he
will go without. His first year at the STEM Academy of Riverside his
report card were all A's & B's which is remarkable for that school.
Eldon is well mannered and well spoken. He can play the piano like
no one’s business and takes his lessons very serious. He loves the LORD!
I will say that again, He loves the Lord. Even though he was born
with a very rare and serious heart defect (Tetralogy of Fallot) he does not let
that hinder him. When he is sick, he begs and pleads to go to school
and/or church. When Eldon was being bullied at school, he prayed for the person
that was bullying him. That is something that I as a grown-up can learn
from. He opens the doors for adults and offers his seat to women or
elders when there are no other seats available. He says yes ma'am and
sir. He prays ever morning and night. He makes sure I buy a gift
for his friend’s birthday, as well as the neighbors. I can go on and on
but I will not because if you are ever fortunate enough to meet this sweet,
kind spirited young man you will be reminded of Matthew 5:16.
And about that talent show. No sweetie you are not dreaming you did win 1st Place!
Enjoy!
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