I think we all have a great desire to show someone something marvelous...simply because we love that look--that amazed look of wonder. I don't remember the first time I saw mountains or the ocean or a jumping frog...but I remember seeing the amazement on the face of my little brother and sister when they saw them. I remember that great sense of glee that pervaded me. They were now closer to me, because they had been awestruck by the same natural beauty that had bowled me over years ago.
My children's discoveries gave me a sense of satisfaction: I had been given the honor of introducing them to the world. Beauty and Majesty were properly assigned, and the word "Awesome" was now understandably reserved for the Creator of something beyond our power to produce.
Today, I take joy in watching my grandchildren as they see the same glorious marvels. My favorite pictures are those in which their minds are focused on discovery and wonder!
such a sweet post. those mentioned moments are priceless. from your children to your grandchildren.
ReplyDeletethose expressions of wonder / awe will always be in your mind, i guess.
Like you, I don't remember the first time I saw the mountains or the ocean or a multitude of other amazing wonders, but I do remember those first times for my children. Those memories are burned on my heart. Thank you for a beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed reading it. Love the wonder/awe on the children's face.
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It's that wonder that keeps us human. So important.
ReplyDeleteAll the wonders of life. I like it.
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Wonder that discovering of life in all its forms.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece Lilibeth.
Such a lovely poem! And adorable pictures. I feel the same way when I watch my little baby nephew explore his wide, wide world.
ReplyDeleteIt's so great to see that sense of wonder on a child's face. Even more special to see the child carry it into adulthood. Too many people lose the ability to be amazed at their world.
ReplyDeleteLovely poem and really cute pics :)
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Beautiful. Wonderment through the scope of a child's lenses is a whole other version of awe.
ReplyDeleteWe can learn so much through the eyes of a child. We just need to watch. Nice take on "Wonder"
ReplyDeleteLovely and I so agree. Even a cartoon takes on new life seen with a small child. This was especially appropriate given the beauty of spring these last few days.
ReplyDeleteI can't get enough of watching my grandson explore. My disability brings such compassion to his face. So pure.
ReplyDeleteI love watching them discover the world, too. They're so gratifyingly enthralled by it!
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