Don't forget about your inner child

Where did the time go? I went to sleep as a child and woke up an adult. Oh the joy of childhood, how I miss it so. I've led two vastly different lives, that of childhood, and this life I lead now as an adult. To be honest I think I preferred my first life. The innocence of childhood was priceless. This second life is way too complicated.

I remember once sitting through what I thought was the most boring speech of all time. I was getting ready to graduate from high school and the principal took it upon herself to arm us with awareness of the reality of the world before sending us on our merry way. She painted a picture of a cold, cruel, unforgiving world. Being the smart alecs that we were, one of us students yelled out, "it's ok, we'll bundle up in heavy coats to keep the cold at bay." Har har (insert dry laugh here). Well looking back now I realize how true the principals statements were. The grown up world is so much more difficult than the world of a child.

A wise person once told me to never let go of my inner child. It is without a doubt one of the best pieces of advice anyone has ever given me. I love how little kids are fascinated by the smallest things. I don't remember the last time I saw a ladybug, but when I was little they were a regular feature. It's not because they have suddenly become extinct, it's just that little ones take note of what we adults don't.
Seeing the world through the eyes of a child is so fulfilling. You notice the little bushy tailed squirrels, the red-bellied bird with a broken wing, the lovely sound of birds chirping in the morning, the different colors of the rainbow after the rain among other things adults don't have the time to notice, or are simply not interested in anymore.
I proudly proclaim the continued existence of my inner child. She may not be at the forefront anymore, but she makes appearances every so often, manifesting as my goofy side. I would be lost without her. She definitely keeps life interesting. I bet you're thinking I must have multiple personality disorder lol...I sure don't. I just acknowledge the presence of a "carefree, happy go lucky, rejoice in the little things" me. Try it, you'll be glad you did!