Life Through The Eyes Of A Babe

Imagine if every day held a new experience, a gift ready to be unwrapped. My son is six months old and each morning he wakes up ready to explore the world around him. He finds great excitement in the smallest of things and it is incredible to observe. Today he made a new friend, his whole body wriggled with excitement at the sight of this little girl, he couldn't wait to get his hands on her! Yesterday he discovered my brother's kitten, his big blue eyes never left her as she scampered around the living room. Sunday he discovered the flowers on Grandma's deck. He was in awe. He just sat there staring, his eyes becoming bigger by the second as he took in their brilliant color and design. Then he went for it, his arms began to flutter as he awkwardly reached for a petal all the while babbling in anticipation. The delight he felt once that flower was in his chubby little hands was expressed by the giggles that bubbled out of him, it was a sweet moment. To see a babe discover their world makes one realize just how much we take for granted. How many times have I walked out the door and never taken the time to marvel at the beautiful flowers growing in my garden or taken delight in watching a kitten clumsily pounce on anything and everything that gets in its path. It is so easy to let each day pass without enjoying the little gifts it has to offer, it really is a shame. When did life get so busy? When did checking off the to do list become more important than taking a moment to rest and stand in awe of the beauty that surrounds us? Hmmm, I think it's time to slow down a little and follow my sons lead, he may be on to something.