I Always Say Yes

They came in wild, two little boys, excited to be here. I am the school counselor, many try to get in. I accept all who ask and try to every time they ask. One has asked to have lunch with me several days in a row. I always say okay, and today I said, “bring a friend”. He has no sense of direction; he got lost trying to find the cafeteria. I was surprised, but helpfully helped him find his friend. They came back all bouncy and happy, excited to play with me. I had to remind the main child to eat; he was enthusiastic! He said, “we are wild and crazy guys”. The other child laughed with glee about that. They are going to be friends when they are twenty-one. They are building a base. I asked if this was an army base. They thought this was hilarious. A base to sit and watch tv and stuff. I hated to see them go back to class. They were having a delightful time. I had never seen either of them smile this much. I am grateful today that I always say yes, remembering why.