take the time to listen

"I spy with my little eye something red and white with eyes and a red mouth and red wings and do you want a hint? It's that chicken." (age 3)

Children never cease to amaze me. Every day they learn and grow and discover amazing things. As adults we can't see the way a child does, and what a shame that is when you think about it. A child sees the good in the world that we don't always see because most of the time we focus on all the negative aspects of life. But, how amazing would it be to just stop, take a step back and throw all of our worries out the window. If you are reading this, that is what I want you to do today. If you have children take the time to play with them, explore the world that they live in.

And always listen to children whether they are your own or just a child you know.  Not only do they say the funniest things, but also some of the smartest.

Here are a few more quotes from kids that make me smile ::

"You know what? Not all dreams come true. But that's okay because you can always make new dreams." (age 4)

" I wish I had a small sweatshirt for my face."  (age 4)