Tuesday, November 19, 2013

          Our friend Gina, the mom of the two little girls who performed at the dance recital last week, told us about a learning experience her girls had; and it impressed me, and I wanted to share it. 

          When the girls first started with the dance company, Gina had to sign a paper that stated she would be okay with and support any costumes that were chosen for the performance.  No signature—no dance.  Their family members are strong and active members of the Church and Gina has taught her girls all about modesty—even at their young ages of about 7 and 10. 

          The costumes chosen for the girls’ dance were cute and colorful, but looked like what a “genie in a bottle” would wear—completely bare midriff from a knot at the sternum to a band low on the hips.  Well, Gina had signed the paper so couldn’t complain to the teacher.  However, her girls chose to wear their black leotards under their costumes so they were covered.  The teacher allowed them to dance, but put them on the back row where they would be less conspicuous.  They looked great!  Gina was so proud of them for “choosing the right” and living what they had been taught.  The next time they have to make a decision about living an important principle, it will be easier because they have already established a pattern.  “Out of small and simple things proceedeth that which is great.”