When you get discouraged

when you get discouraged 
and begin to think that trying 
is not worth it anymore,
look into the eyes of a child,
lose yourself in their innocence
and wonderment,
and you'll ses things in
a different light,
and understand that everything
will be alright in due time.
when you get discouraged 
because the bills keep 
piling up and you can't seem
to make ends meet,
look at the smile on a child's 
face,
listen to their laughter,
hold them close to your heart.
It has a healing power
that is unbelievable.
when you get discouraged 
and are fed up with the struggle
and don't think you can
fight anymore,
play with a child and let
their endless energy reenergize
you.
It's as simple as this,
children are our personal angels,
they ground us,
they guide us with their innocence 
and their love.
when you get discouraged 
take a moment to interact
with a child,
what a difference it will make.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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De Beaulieu Avatar
February 1, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Hello James, yes look at a child and listen to their laughter. it will cheer you up. It will up lift you. i do agree. Enjoy your evening my friend. /,Darlene
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 2, 2026 at 10:24 AM
hello James, thank you . I did have a nice evening. /Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 2, 2026 at 10:19 AM
Hello James, Thank you my frikend. I had a good evening. Your friend, /Darlene/
Howerton Avatar
February 1, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Thank you for your comment. Have a nice evening my friend
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