DR: A great day.
” I thought that the clown doctoring today in the orphanage went amazing. Both speaking as a performer, and as a leadership student; I feel the connection you can make with a mask (clown nose) leaves a way bigger impression on the kids then without a mask. The nose is a basic extension of a mask, masks do not hide you; but actually open you up way more and help to make bigger connections. With even a slight mask you feel safe and able to step out of your comfort zone. You end up releasing the more intimate parts of yourself and the children enjoy it more. Speaking of which the children and staff LiveDifferent (formerly Absolute)ly loved it! You never know what it’s like until you try it. Words can’t describe it. Just being there and helping was truly amazing. I personally am not shy at all, but everyone from the super shy to the “older” more mature adults were getting involved and having a blast. You really realize the diversity of the children personalities and appreciate what you are doing and the difference you are making in those lives. Thank you to Jest for Joy and Hero Holidays and the orphanage for what we were given today it was truly amazing!”-Dustin Innes, Student