Sunday evening I had an extensive chance to use my listening skills with a nine-year-old girl. This girl, whom I've known since she was born, seemed so insightful. She is in a loving, Christian home with several siblings.
I talked with her about foster care since she didn't know what it meant and because I said the next time I see her I'll probably have foster kids with me. She asked insightful questions and came to some very mature conclusions. I asked her what she thought might comfort the kids that come into my home, having been taken from their birth parents (for a good reason).
Hannah replied that she couldn't imagine being a foster child because she had parents who loved her and took care of her. However, after several minutes of thought she said, "You know, I think the best thing you can give them is love." Smart girl.
Before we left, Hannah said, "Well, I can't wait to meet your foster kids! Then, I can ask them what it's like to be in foster care... oh wait, that might make them feel embarrassed or sad."
I told Josh all of these things Hannah had said and we decided we'd give this 9 year old a call when we had a question about our foster kid! lol
Well, I'm keeping my ears open this week! I am trying to use this with everyone I talk with (not interrupting, etc.)
Happy Listening!
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