Through The Eyes Of A Child

                                         Through the eyes of a child
                                               The world is a happy place
                                               Each day is an adventure
                                               The sun shines bright
                                               The sky is bright blue

                                       Through the eyes of a child
                                              Water is a reason to play
                                              Dad's shoes are a conquest
                                              Mom's purse is a treasure chest
                                              Grandma's house is an amusement park

                                      Through the eyes of a child
                                              Love is warm pajamas
                                              Love is a full tummy
                                              Love is a shoulder to cry on
                                              Love is the smile on mom and dad's face

                                       Through the eyes of a child
                                              Love is playing with an aunt's clothes
                                              Love is an uncle helping build a fort
                                              Love is grandpa getting donuts
                                              Love is feeling safe in grandma's arms

                                      May my heart be as a child's

                                      May I see love in the little things


For today's project I used contruction paper, a glue stick and a marker.  I also enlisted the help of my 17 month old granddaughter, Alexandra (pictured above).  Although the finished project may never make it into an art museum, it is one of my favorite pieces. 

The joy of creating something without set guidelines or preconcieved ideas is very liberating.  Tearing paper with Alex, watching her throw the pieces in the air and listening to her giggle with glee touches my heart. Watching her chose each piece of paper and placing it on the paper was a joy.  And though I had to wrestle the marker out of her hands, I had a heart warming day.  The best part of my day came after our project was finished and everything put away.  We sat on the couch with picture in hand while she pointed at different parts of the picture and explained its significance.  And although I didn't understand her words, I knew that she was thanking me for teaching her about art.  With love overflowing I kissed her head and hugged her tight.

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