About a year ago my parents sent PJ this Ford truck. Of course, when little kids see it, they go nuts. Their eyes light up and their little minds start turning and thinking of all the fun they could have with this truck! It has been so fun to share this toy with our neighbors here in Ram 2. These children are rather poor and don't have a lot but sure enjoy playing with PJ's toys...from the little red wagon (which I have never seen one like here in Thailand) to the battery operated truck (which they do have here but are rather expensive, from what I've been told). It's been a great teaching point for PJ. He's learning how to share, how to serve and most importantly how to show Christ. My continual prayer for our family is that we would truly serve the Thai people and show God's love... even when it's uncomfortable or hard for us. Sharing this truck is a huge step for PJ. He would love to ride it the whole time but he's really done great with sharing it with his friends. There are moments of sadness and moments when I have to remind him WHY we share but I think all in all, he's getting it.
I make the kids take turns driving and here was PJ's turn at the wheel. In true Thai fashion they pile on as many people as possible and then rig up the wagon to pull even more. They have had SO much fun. It's so nice to see them all laughing together. PJ looks forward to the afternoons when his friends come home from school and they are all outside playing together.
This little guy, Niw, is the "leader" of the group. The rest follow his direction. Pray for Niw. Pray for him to com to know Christ and be a strong leader in God's church here in Thailand. Pray for us as we seek to minister to him and the others on our soi (street). It isn't always easy working with children...especially when they aren't yours and they are of another culture. Please pray that I would be gracious, gentle and humble, yet firm and strong and keep a sense of order. 
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I showed matt and kylee the pictures of the kids playing with pj and they all take turns. They just thought that was so neat that they can all get along so well. It kind of makes even my kids think of all the things they take for granted everyday because they dont really have to share any of their toys cause its just matt and kylee all the time. I think they actually felt bad that they dont have little kids around to play with like pj does. Its such a blessing to see kids playing so well together.
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