What kind of world is it my friend

that little children see?

I wonder if they see God first

because they just believe?

Do they see strength in caring eyes

who watch them as they play -

or maybe love through gentle hands

that guide them on their way?

Do you think they dream of future times

when they would be a king -

or just enjoy their present life

while with their friends they sing?

Do they see the acts of kindness

done for people who are poor?

Is the very best in everyone

what they are looking for?

And when the day is over,

as they close their eyes to sleep,

do they look forward to tomorrow

with its promises to keep?

If this is what the children see,

then it should be no surprise,

the world would be a better place

if we all had children’s eyes.

by Tom Krause