...is that a slacker like me would never be made Primary President. HOWEVER! No paid clergy, which means a slacker EXACTLY like me has been made Primary President. Pray for me. It took me two days to stop crying. And I did tell George he was out of the will for not raising his hand at the "Anyone Opposed?" portion.
On the way home from church, though, I did admit to Bruce that I would much rather be in charge of something versus having to answer to other people. His take on things is that maybe my new responsibility will somehow translate into better behaved children during what we have come to call "Snackrament Meeting." Liza (who is currently serving in a Primary Presidency) assures me that this is well within my realm of abilities. I hope so- I'm entering into the Great Unknown.
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Dear Becca, Congratulations. Don't hold too much hope for your children, however, the Primary Presidency's children are usually the ones misbehaving the worst. It only happens when you are present. I spent the first 18 years of my marriage in primary. I hardly knew how to act when I was moved to young women's. Auntie R
Yahoo, Becca! I have only worked in primary once, but I looooooved it. For one thing, you can spy on your children. Then, you get the scoop on everyone else through their children. Ha ha. And seriously, there is not a more spiritual place to be found. Okay not all the time, but is there anything sweeter than the kids singing "If the Savior Stood Beside Me?" No. There is not. I know you're not truly afraid. You'll do great things in true Becca fashion, and not only will you be a domestic BA, but you'll be a Primary BA as well. Lucky kids.
"Welcome to the club," says Rachel. If you continue to follow our pattern, Bruce will be sitting on the stand next to the Bishop during "Snackrament" and then you can tell him to take the lead in such things.
Good for you, Becca.
You'll be great!
You will do great - have a little faith in yourself.
Slacker? Who are you kidding? This calling was made for you. Great things are coming to the kids of Manila. However, I am sad my dad didn't help you out in your time of need. He's been known to leave me hanging a time or two ;). I'd say congrats, but that doesn't feel right. Good luck seems more appropriate--not b/c you need it but b/c this is a big deal. Hugs!
I just have to say that I am so pleased, Becca. I am very much looking forward to seeing you tackle Primary in your own stimulating style, and there is no one I'd rather have teach my kids!
Love from Meg
I am so, so, sorry. The last 15 months of my life as Primary President have been incredibly difficult. It's not the kids - they are great. All of the no show teachers, unwillingness to serve in Primary and everyone putting Primary last on the list. I hope you enjoyed my uplifting pep talk. It's been a long year. However, if anyone can do it - you can! I wish you were my Primary President.
It would kill me. I would rather be stabbed with a hot poker. I am just sick for you. I know that Jenni and Brooke love other people's children--I, as a general rule, avoid them at all cost.
I know that you are a great delegator and that a teacher wouldn't dare "not show" on your watch. Put the fear into the children so they will obey. Take pills. Many pills.
God speed.
As I don't go to church, I have not had the experience of primary as an adult. However, I am the PTO President for about 70 staff and 650 children. The only advice I have is: treat the adults like they are the kids and vice versa. It seems to work for me. Good Luck, they couldn't have chosen anyone better!
I think Rosey's comments sum up exactly how I would feel, but you'll do a fabulous job...
Oh, my word! Is this a disease going around. Everyone I know is getting called to be PP. Yikes, watch out if you know Julie Church.
In reality, the real busy time for the PP is the first of the year. That is over, so sit back and delegate! Just look back on your primary days...what do you remember? The PP, nope, the songs. So, if you do screw up...the ones whom you serve won't remember anyway...in other words, you'll do great!
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