When was the last time you entered a room, and someone  gave you a big smile, and clapped with obvious joy?

For me it was just yesterday.  It was playtime with my 10-month old great grandbabies.  Now,  I’m not the only one who receives this standing ovation.  They are happy children.  I smile and clap in response. I dance into the room.  Their welcome makes my day brighter. Let the fun begin.

What happens to these spontaneous so happy to see you - I don’t mind you seeing my joy -  little people?  I’m afraid we, the adults of the world, is what happens.

At some stage we stop clapping when we see someone or something we love.  We stop jumping with joy.  We don’t want to look silly.  Children learn from example.

Perhaps it’s time to learn from our youngsters. While they are still young.  While silly is fun. While we are still the example. While there's still time to make a difference.

There are today’s and tomorrow’s we just won't feel like it. On the days when we do …clap loudly, laugh heartily, sing a happy tune. 

Gosh, that felt good.

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