The face of a child is so full of joy an effortless smile on each girl and boy They live life so fully they dance and they sing so grateful am I for the laughter they bring I look in amazement their lack of concern for the harshness of life I wish I could learn The face of a child so simple, so pure profound is their wisdom their hope is so sure Their souls not yet tarnished their spirits so free I see in their faces what I used to be © Mike Wise 12/24/13