Kayla's Naming Day.

I was invited to perform a naming ceremony for a dear little 2 year old girl, named Kayla.  The day was so extremely hot, in Melton, with very little breeze, but I could see how loved Kayla was when she had a large crowd arrive to celebrate her day with her. 

Her parents described her as funny, independent and head strong, words which made for hilarious moments as she kept running off to play with all her friends, squealing with joy. She was delightful.

A child, who lives with criticism, learns to condemn.

A child, who lives with hostility, learns to fight.

A child, who lives with ridicule, learns to be shy.

A child, who lives with shame, learns to feel guilty.

But a child, who lives with tolerance, learns to be patient.

A child, who lives with encouragement, learns confidence.

A child, who lives with fairness, learns justice.

A child, who lives with security, learns to have faith.

A child, who lives with approval, learns to like himself.

When a child lives with acceptance and friendship,

She learns to find love in the world.

Written by Dorothy Law Nolte.