Innocence

(The first letter of each segment spells out the title of this poem...INNOCENCE)

Innocence

Inside of each of them
beats a love that's strong and true
and they have no regrets
giving it ever so freely to you.

Never letting go of their
wildest hopes and dreams.
Living in a magical place
where everything is as it seems.

Not giving up on their wishes
just waiting for them to come true
and constant faith and hope
are in everything they do.

Openly they believe
without ever asking why
that anything is possible
so they let their spirits fly.

Chasing their every dream
leaving all doubts and fears behind
Their imaginations guide them
through each journey in their minds.

Enjoying all of the adventures
they live through everyday
simply closing their eyes
and letting faith lead the way.

No one other than children
can seem to hold on to this place
for our innocence escapes us
and we become lost in the world's race.

Chasing after material things
and forgetting how to believe
in a place that lingers in each of us
yet we choose to be deceived.

Everyday we should remember
and try to take part
in that magical place of hopes and dreams
that begins in a child's heart.