22 July 2012
Each moment in a young child's life Is a chance to grow with balance Each moment used to nurture Is a chance to build their talents
Everything we say and do is naturally observed and absorbed We must be careful our examples positively impact their world
We forget from time to time that they're still young and pure Our fears and insecurities can affect their growth for sure
We must protect their innocence Let them learn at their own pace For our lessons learned aren't theirs to bear They're running their own race
Sometimes we tell them to grow up when we've no patience for their play We'll be wishing for those moments back when we're old and grey
Children are the wise ones They don't judge or feel shame We learn these traits from adults, but so did they, no one's to blame
We have a chance to change the world One generation at a time We could teach our kids the best of us And leave the rest behind
Kids haven't learned of war Or hate, revenge and violence They only learn what we show so let it be love and kindness
8 - Innocence • Opuss № I