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Through the Eyes of a Child
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Through the Eyes of a Child |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria 
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Through the eyes of a child Kids sometimes say things with wondrous appeal And this true story has left me beguiled, It’s a tale of true innocence concerning a meal, As seen through the eyes of a six year old child. A mother took her son to a restaurant one day Where he asked her if he could say grace, Then bowing their heads at the table to pray, These solemn words that we all should embrace. God is so great and God is so good, We thank you dear Lord for supplying the food, And if Mum buys me a cone I’d like to include An extra prayer God, to show gratitude. He finished by saying, liberty and justice for all, Spoken with satisfaction, he concluded, “ amen,” And then amid the laughter that folks couldn’t stall, I heard this nasty remark from a spiteful woman. That’s what is wrong with this world today, Fancy asking God for a serve of ice-cream, Why kids of today just don’t know how to pray, Well that is the way to me it would seem. Hearing this, the little boy burst into tears, “Mummy, did I do it wrong, is God mad at me,” “Definitely not,” she assured him, giving him a squeeze, “God is not mad at you and he would surely agree.” Approaching the table was a chap with grey hair, Who then winked at the lad and quietly he said, “I know God thought that was a wonderful prayer,” “Do you think so,” asked the boy, as he nodded his head. Cross my heart, said the stranger, in tones heartening, Then in a loud theatrical whisper and wisdom supreme, He looked at the woman who had started the whole thing, Saying, “too bad she never asks God for a little ice-cream.” “Some times a little ice-cream is very good for the soul And it helps sooth one’s problems in a busy life style,” At the end of the meal Mum bought her son a soft cone And gave it to him with a kind loving smile. For a moment or two he looked at the cone, Then did something that she will never forget, He picked it up slowly and then all on his own Placed it in front of the woman with no sign of regret. With a big smile on his face and as if to console, He said, lady this ice-cream is especially for you, That man said that ice cream is good for the soul And a boost for your soul is long over due.” |
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spunkygirl Junior Member
since 2007-09-18
Posts 46 |
This was wonderfully sweet, Through the mouths of babes, Love it!:0 |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Yes, "through the eyes of a child" ~ and through the eyes of a raconteur poet with a very old soul.  Your stories touch me deeply, LP. God bless you! Love & Child Light, Linda  |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
A delightful tale and wise too. Greatly enjoyed. Love, Margherita  |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Spunky Girl, Linda and Margarheta, thank you, kind folks, your comments always appreciated, warm hugs to you all and may God bless you. Lindsay |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Delightful! - Owl |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Now I want an icecream...and I'm not allowed this late...James |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Thanks James and Owl, ice creams for both of you, take care. Lindsay |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Enjoyed the tale and message, Lindsay. Helen |
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Bobby Jordan Member
since 2007-08-13
Posts 491Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
LindsayP, There you goes. Ice cream all around, it's on the house. Bobby |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
WONDERFULLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ARCTIC WIND |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Helen, Bobby & Arctic Wind, Ice creams for you all and hugs and thanks as well. Lindsay |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Hi Lindsay, a great story my friend and one that should be shared, thanks for that, have a great day and take care. Rick |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
gave me a smile at the end...for the innocense of children~~ M |
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Warrior Bristo Member
since 2007-07-28
Posts 96Arizona |
very lovely story. warrior undefeated |
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garysgirl  
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Hello Lindsay. I love this....the whole of it..... the story, the meaning, the rhyme scheme, just all of it. Thank you so much for sharing. Hugs and God bless, Ethel |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Very much enjoyed the read, my friend...Like James, I too want an ice cream . . . only I'm gonna go an get it!! A sandwich! jwesley |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Rick, Nakdthoughts,Warrior, Ethel and JWesley, bless you all for your kind reply. Have a great day and take care. Lindsay |
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Earl Brinkman Senior Member
since 2010-03-03
Posts 1183Osaka, Japan |
A delightful tale that instructs as well. |
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