The Eyes of a Child

I was just reflecting that many people say they feel old when they become a grandparent, but I’m feeling young again. This will be the fifth time that I’ll get to experience and explore life through the eyes of a child–and that NEVER gets old to me. Every bug, rock, leaf, raindrop, and rainbow take on a whole new sense of wonder, awe, and amazement, and are worthy of much time and contemplation. Puddles become playgrounds. “Walks” become stops, to take the time to REALLY LOOK at the wonders and miracles all around us. In the meantime, just gazing into the little guys eyes, as he gazes into mine, is more than enough for me.

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About russtowne

I'm awed by the beauty of nature and the power of love and gratitude. Some of my favorite sensory experiences include waves crashing on rocky shores, waterways in ancient redwood and fern-filled forests, and rain. My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren. I manage a wealth management firm that I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of approximately 60 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children.
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