Beautiful Childhood

There is a bond,

between a child and the outdoors.

Magical and beautiful is the scene that transpires,

when you mix green grass, sunshine and a warm breeze with a child.

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Quite dull each would be,

if separated from the other.

Imagine the sadness of the deserted swing,

longing sticks and stilled water.

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To deny a child union with nature,

is to deny them of life itself.

Like a confined forgotten toy,

placed up high on a dusty shelf.

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And when as a mother,

I join in the beautiful fun,

it overwhelmingly blesses my heart,

to witness their untamed freedom run!

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Thank you, Lord for rosy cheeks and bright smiles,

a shady backyard and the imagination of a child.

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