Through the eyes of children

I have just returned from spending four days caring for my two wee grandchildren while their mum and dad took a well deserved break. There was little time for contemplative photography or contemplative anything really! However, I did manage to make some images. Needless to say most of those images include a small child or two.

It was a special time and I feel priviledged that I was able to give them my time and love. As their sole carer over this period I also received all their love and attention which returned anything I gave in multiplies.

This morning as I prepared to leave my mind naturally turned to the demands of life and work and I realised how little I had thought about this over the past few days. I reflected on how watching these little ones live their lives as if every moment was something unique and special also encouraged me to do the same. Whether is be observing a bumble bee on the window sill, the excitement as they chase each other around the garden on their bikes, seeing the ducks in the bay as if for the first time and the cuddle given to the favourite toy at bedtime, each moment is special.  Seeing the world through the eyes of children for just a few days has given me more appreciation for my world.