A special moment at Guiseley Infant School first thing this morning, when Jesus was born for the eighth time in the past week. According to headteacher Mrs Bell, two further births are expected over the next 24 hours as reception and year one stage their final performances.
Yes folks, it's the nativity season and I was one of many proud parents in attendance today as year two did their thang for the second and last time.
Jamie was one of the three kings on show - some traditions are thankfully unbreakable - and I've helpfully indicated his regal presence for you above, together with his formal title.
Following his casting a few weeks ago, I asked him a few questions about the nature of the role.
"Do you have any words to say?"
"Er, no."
"Do you get to hand your gift over?"
"Er, no."
"What do you have to do?"
"Stand there. I just have to stand there."
"Right, excellent. Sometimes I find it hard to stand at Christmas time, so that's a tough one. Good for you. Do you get to sing?"
"Yes."
"Brilliant. Sometimes when I'm finding it hard to stand, I like to sing really loudly. You'll be great."
And he was. He didn't fall over once and his lips were definitely moving every time Mrs Wotsit struck up the piano. Just like his classmates, who were all equally wonderful.
