Okay had to post this before it slipped my mind-which is happening more frequently now. Anyway-after taking a personal day off from work I was using my spare time to run some errands and take care of some light maintenance on my truck. My last stop before returning home and settling in for the night was at the local Wal-Mart. As I walked in I noticed two employees on a scissor lift repairing/replacing the surveillance camera over the greeter near the registers. No big deal and a minor inconvenience. I'll just walk around it and proceed onto my goal. I wasn't even really paying it any attention.
As I edged around it I happened to look up and noticed a small boy (probably 4 or so) staring at the lift with very wide eyes. He was clutching a pack of Starburst in one hand, but was oblivious to the treasure that he held. He could only stare in amazement at the wonderful (probably previously unknown) device before him. I couldn't help but watch him. I think the entire time that it took me to walk by he never blinked.
I think this is what's wrong with us. We don't even realize the simple things. Everything around us is taken for granted-this includes children. Kind of sappy I know, but it really made me think about some things. If you are reading this (both of you) take a little time and think about life in a different light. Remember as a child how everything seemed (and was) big and new and you weren't jaded by all the crap that life, work, bosses, etc threw at you. Don't want to get overly deep or sentimental - just needed to get this out there.
Picture above is only for reference and to "set the mood". I borrowed it from www.usefilm.com and appreciate the use. If using the photo violates any trademark or copyright requirements please let me know and I will remove it ASAP.
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