Each morning, first thing on the agenda is a Bible story with Eva - and a quick prayer. 'The Beginner's Bible' we have for toddlers is wonderful, but still a little involved for one so new to English. Lately, I've been thankful - and somewhat amused - at how easily we're able to translate Bible stories into Eva-digestible condensed versions. Here are a few examples; maybe you'll even be able to guess which stories they are...1. Naughty snake; bad apple.
2. Big boat; two elephants; raining, raining.
3. Jacob sneaky; Esau hairy.
4. Baby hiding; water, basket.
5. Bush, HOT! God talking.
6. Hitting rock; water out!
7. Loud trumpets; wall falling!
8. Naomi crying, Boaz kissing.
9. David's rocks; mean giant fall down.
10. Lions grrrrrr; no bite!
10 comments:
She loves David!
that is so incredibly cute V. I love reading about Eva from here and I really can't wait to meet her :)
Those are great--you are doing so well!
So great! I love the stories and as her vocabulary expands she will remember that she knows that story. Leave it to you, Vonda, to find a way to communicate any way possible to all and in all ways. God knew what he was doing when he gave you the task of being mama to Eva. You are a great, creative communicator and she will learn so quickly from you and Ed. Thanks for the blog. I check daily and sometimes two or three times. :-) Mom
You are just awesome!! Simple words that will build meaning over time. It totally makes me smile.
Oh! how i enjoy your words, V!!! I am very much missing that lil' one. Her transitions continue to be so happy. Praise God. Grace to you each day, dear ones!!! -nush
Ha! I love it!!!
Ha we love that children's bible, that is the one we use too! Finally one with pictures on every page :-)
Remember the one Dad used to read to us?
My fave: "Jacob sneaky, Esau hairy"! What a neat memory to have treasured up in your heart, sweet Mama!
p.s. You could keep going and publish your own E.C.V... Eva's Condensed Version!
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