LET’S CHERISH THEIR CHILDHOOD
“Children are the epitome of innocence,
they are the epitome of purity, they are
the epitome of love, and they are the
epitome of hope and gladness in this
difficult and troubled world. – Gordon
B. Hinckley”
Nowadays, children mature very early. The way we lived our
childhood is not the same anymore. The reasons can be
umpteen, social pressures, change in the surroundings,
circumstances etc. Being matured is not bad. It gives children a
broader outlook and an understanding of things but in that
maturity, they shouldn’t lose their innocence. When we were in
our childhood days, we used to be care free; in our own world
which was full of fun, joy and happiness. But today, seeing these
children, I ask myself that are they actually enjoying their
childhood? Why don’t we make an effort to preserve their
childhood and cherish their innocence.
Because once they grow –
They are not going to ask you for a hug if they had a scary
dream at night.
They are not going to ask you to read a story to them just
because they are not in a mood of reading it on their own.
They are not going to ask you to tie their shoes laces just
because they can’t get a tight knot like yours.
They are not going to ask you to lie down by their side for 5
minutes extra in the morning just because they want your
cozy feel.
Let’s not push our children to grow up too soon.
Let them enjoy their childhood.
Their beauty lies in their innocence, let’s cherish it.
Manisha Khiani
Kindergarten Supervisor
Dubai, United Arab Emirates