They don't start wars, don't worry about fame or wealth, don't worry whether food offered by a stranger might be poisoned or have germs. In essence, little children see the world more closely to the way that God created it - as a pure, innocent, good place. And holding that perspective does you and me more good than we might think. When I had first gotten on that bus, most of the passengers had been quiet and solemn, their eyes buried in newspapers or staring vacantly out the windows. After the two girls started talking, the passengers looked at them and suddenly had smiles on their faces.
Innocence is a big reason why little kids think and act lovingly.
Their minds aren't cluttered by mundane things that adults often get bogged down with. For example, the night before a trip to the state fair, a child would probably think about how much fun it will be riding ponies, playing in hay, and eating cotton candy. An adult, on the other hand, might turn on the television to see if there's rain in the forecast. We can't forget our responsibilities and act immaturely. But a pure and loving attitude that stems from spiritual understanding can help bring wonderful healing and happiness to our lives.