Look Up

Look Up

Life is happening around us
every second of the day
But do we really see it
in a truly meaningful way?

Look up from technology
for technology is good,
But only if we remember to focus
on the things that we really should

When your kid said look at me
did you really pay attention?
Did you notice that besides his moves
He is maturing and on a mission?

Did you giggle or belly laugh
when your child did something funny,
or were you busy
in pursuit of making money?

Did you notice the glimmer in their eye?
When they reached the sink to wash
Remember times of clumsy holding them
because that sink was once so high?

How did you feel as she crawled up in your lap?
You were busy with that email,
But she rested her head on you chest and patted your back
What if its her last time to do that?

Do we answer all those questions
As we try to finish the bedtime book?
We can almost see their brains growing,
If we take the time to look

Life is often in hurry,
But take time to slow down too
Because they are growing fast
Childhood won't slow down for you!

Look Up
And see your spouse
Look Up
And see your friends
Look Up to see your Father
To find the joy within!

Kara Kirkendall
2/22/18