Isn’t it amazing that in a world of so much wonder, we as a
society never seem to notice how blessed we are? In a world full of gadgets, iPhone's, technology and reality television the simple yet spectacular world
around us gets forgotten. As I am sitting on my back porch (with my laptop
ignoring this bliss) I realize that I too fall into this black hole. I look up
to see the last glimpse of the sunset on the horizon, a barely pink sky, and
the clouds moving along in preparation for a summer storm. It fascinates me.
When was the last time you stopped and watched the clouds roll by? Have you
ever noticed that some move while others seem to sit still? These are the
things I don’t want to miss. These are the things I want to make sure my
daughter cherishes. Although I live right in the middle of a major metropolitan
area, I am fortunate enough to have found a 5th floor condo that
gives me the perfect view of the mountains in the distance and a glimpse past
the high-rises and bright city lights. I think it’s someone’s way of attempting
to keep me grounded, because sometimes only nature can do that. Today’s
generation is definitely far from the one I grew up in. It saddens me that so
many people miss these opportunities because they’re stuck inside glued to the
television, video games or social media. Now, I love social media and
technology just as much as the next person does, my only point is that
sometimes it’s too much. It seems to me the more we get drawn in by this world
of technology the less we pay attention to our environment. We ignore the
extinction of our animals, we are too lazy to separate our trash or pick up
what others have left, and we close our eyes to the hungry and the poor. As a
child, I spent my days outdoors playing in the dirt, climbing trees and
sneaking into my neighbors yard to ride her horses (I was a bit of a
daredevil). I cherished my environment and I felt nurtured by nature and
animals and all the elements combined. I hope that one day our society wakes up
to see what they are missing before it’s too late. Our children are the future.
Yes, we have all heard this one before but it’s true. Let us show them how we
grew up. Lets remind them that the world is spectacular and filled with so many
amazing phenomenon’s still waiting to be found and explained. This summer I
plan to make sure that I take my daughter outside everyday. I plan to pick up
the trash I see laying on the ground. I plan to play in the dirt with her,
climb trees and teach her about all the wonders of nature. I am grateful for
this world and everything it has to offer. I am determined to ensure that my
daughter experiences everything she can. I challenge you. What are you going to
do? Will you be one to sit back and ignore this wonder or will you step outside
and watch the clouds roll by?
