Children's Eyes
 
 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