Several months ago I was asked to participate in a community service project with the Centerton 4-H Club. Today was the day for the club's activity. My job was to provide piano Christmas music at a local assisted living facility while 4-H members provided refreshments and demonstrated how to make a variety of ornaments for each resident. As I played a selection of Christmas music, the room was a beehive of activity, joyful singing and happy conversation.
When all the ornaments were made and the last cookies served, a few of the young 4-H members gathered around the piano and asked if they could sing a few songs. Actually, one member told me they had a "group" that wanted to sing. We started with "O Little Town of Bethlehem" then jumped to "Jingle Bells" and finished with "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." There's nothing sweeter than young voices singing robustly without any inhibitions!
As I hurried home to feed calves,I realized that this activity that started eight years ago as a community service project when my sons were 4-H members has become one of my favorite holiday traditions. Community service is all about giving to others and teaching us how to give of our time and talents. I can always listen to Christmas music on the radio or play music at home, but there's nothing like sharing it with others in this special season of giving!
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