No One Forgotten on Gift Bag Day
Hygiene Gift Bag Day wasn’t just for the children.
Sophie wanted to make sure the people who care for the children everyday were remembered, too.
She set aside gift bags for the teachers, and other staff members including her cook and handyman --everyone who helps keep Sophie’s Creche day-to-day activities running smoothly.
To express their appreciation, Sophie’s staff and children joyously began singing, “We wish you a Merry Christmas” because for them, it felt like Christmas came early! They were grateful to be remembered and included in the festivities. In Africa, it is common for people to express thankfulness and joy through singing.
And, there was one person, Aid Africa’s Children had to remind her not to forget.
Sophie herself!
Sophie is so accustomed to thinking about everyone else’s needs that she often leaves herself out. And when she is included, she is always the one to share or give, what she has to someone in need. Sophie has given hungry people knocking on her door for food from her own refrigerator.
The staff was genuinely appreciative of their gifts. For Sophie, including them was simply the natural thing to do.
It’s a small gesture that says something meaningful: Everyone who contributes to the life of Sophie’s Creche matters.