Let the Children Come

I am quite taken with these photos of children and their prized possessions.  Some people may see materialism in some of the photos, but I see the innocence of children in their faces and in their cherished items.  One of my favorite Bible verses is when Jesus tells his disciples, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.  Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it." Luke 18:16-17 NIV
Happy Easter, my friends!

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  1. RonMarch 28, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    I cannot thank you enough for sharing the link. OMG...it was so touching!

    "Some people may see materialism in some of the photos, but I see the innocence of children in their faces and in their cherished items."

    I agree! Yet, it was interesting to note the contrast in possessions. But regardless, everyone of those children looked content. The two little girls from Bububu, Zanzibar are PRECIOUS!

    "Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it."

    I LOVE that!

    Again, thank you for sharing.

    Happy Easter, my friend....X

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    1. BijouxMarch 28, 2013 at 2:10 PM

      I'm soooo glad you enjoyed this, Ron. Aren't those girls precious? And I swear, the second toy from the left looks like the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine van in their picture which cracks me up!

      Have a super Easter weekend!

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  2. Rob KMarch 28, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    These are such lovely photos. I understand concerns about materialism, but toys and games are an important part of a child's life.

    They can use these things to expand their minds and develop their imaginations. I think these images celebrate that time of innocence and wonder.

    Have a Happy Easter!

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    1. BijouxMarch 28, 2013 at 2:17 PM

      Thanks, Rob. I doubt the kids with more toys have any clue that they are indeed 'rich' compared to the others.

      Don't kids have the best imaginations? My two younger ones would spend hours in the summer making water balloons, naming them, and then hiding them all over the backyard. So fun to watch.

      Enjoy your Easter weekend!

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  3. limeMarch 28, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    i don't see materialism. i see what you see. it's just telling to see the differences around the world though. i remember working with the children of sqatters when we lived in trinidad. even the kids who had nothing could find something to play with. i always said god made kids to like pebbles and empty boxes and such so that even the poorest among them could play.

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    1. BijouxMarch 29, 2013 at 6:54 PM

      I thought of you in Trini when I posted this! And I enjoy a game of pebbles too (mancala). Happy Easter!

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  4. Secret Agent WomanMarch 29, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    The Ukrainian kid surrounded by toy guns just made me a little sad, though.

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    1. BijouxMarch 30, 2013 at 11:18 AM

      I agree that his was the disturbing one of the bunch, especially with his sober look.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 29, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    Interesting bit of dialog. Much as has been my own experience, those with less often more readily share than those with more.

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    1. BijouxMarch 30, 2013 at 11:20 AM

      Yes, the photographer's insight was a good one. But I've seen families where only one child has trouble sharing, while the others have no problem. Perhaps a birth order thing going on too.

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  6. nickMarch 30, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    It's interesting how things that appear totally insignificant to an outsider can mean so much to the owner because of all the personal associations and memories.

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    1. BijouxMarch 30, 2013 at 8:05 PM

      That is true. I also love the girl from Botswana and the boy from Kenya who only have one stuffed animal to display, but they are BIG stuffed animals! I can just picture them loving those two toy monkeys.

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  7. nickMarch 30, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    And I agree with Agent, the kid whose only prized possessions are his guns is very disturbing.

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  8. KatMarch 30, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    I love this on a number of levels. I am going to show my kiddos this as well.
    That is also one of my favorite quotes from the bible. I always thought of that when I would bring my kids to church. I would remind myself of it while we were in church if they were being too loud or crying too. ;) Love it! :)

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    1. BijouxMarch 30, 2013 at 8:06 PM

      It's a great verse to remember when someone else's kid is throwing a fit, too!

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  9. DaveMarch 31, 2013 at 4:10 AM

    It was good to see the different children from everywhere and what their favorite toys are, even though some don't have much Bijoux. And that bible verse would be one of my favorites too - Dave

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    1. BijouxMarch 31, 2013 at 8:17 AM

      Good to see you, Dave! Have a blessed Easter!

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  10. LogophileApril 3, 2013 at 7:32 PM

    Awwwwwa, those are pretty sweet pictures.
    We are all alike in so many ways, aren't we?
    I love seeing images like that which remind us we are all God's children and precious in his sight.

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  11. barbApril 4, 2013 at 12:15 AM

    Hi Bijoux,
    O-M-G... I am just so touched. This is an incredible photographic theme that should make us take stock of what it means to be "rich".
    For me, even a child with one or two favorite toys is rich.
    Thank you for sharing. xo

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  12. Rhonda SloanApril 8, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    My company is insisting this is "mature content". ARGH.

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