“Christmastime is especially a wonderment for the little children all over the world and can be a time of peace and rejoicing.
“Children are the most resilient of people, yet many suffer long and hard, not only at this time of the year, but throughout. Poverty strikes them hard, not necessarily in material wealth, but in love and kindness.
“In this day and age, where mothers feel the necessity to work so as to supplement the family income, children become almost a forgotten commodity. They are there and have to be dealt with.
“Many children do not understand the meaning of love where its demonstration by parents often is found wanting. Parents work long hours and their exhaustion gives them little to no time to devote to the care and upbringing of their children.
“Children have to fend for themselves and love and tenderness are not always there. Many children throughout this land go missing. They run away from home, their spirits are broken and they search for comfort and identity elsewhere, whoever can take them in. These poor children become withdrawn and isolated. They crave love and attention and cannot find it.
“This time of year is a time for giving where presents are exchanged. It is supposed to be special. Take this precious time to get reconnected with your children, to give them of your time, to talk and exchange hugs of affection, to build bridges where have been lacking.
“The most important thing every child needs is primarily love and attention. They must know they are special and safe. In this kind of special environment they are able to grow as strong, happy and contented people. If these circumstances are not there, they won’t and can’t.
“Children are indeed special – a gift from God. They are something money cannot really buy. You either can have them or not, so because they are unique in that way the desire to look after them and nurture them must come in. It is our duty as parents to perform that role otherwise, if you are not prepared to take on this powerful responsibility, do yourself a favour and do not have them.
“To see the children of this world suffer with so many deprivations is indeed heart chilling. Anyone who has a heart cannot fail to be moved by their plight of depravity.
“Look into a child’s eyes and you can read in them so many things. Is there fear there? Are they withdrawn? Do they lack in confidence? Are they able to discuss matters freely or are they afraid to do so?
“Look into your children’s eyes and you will see if you have done your job correctly or have you failed them?
“These special souls are gifts to us all and must be treasured. Through them we will learn about ourselves, for they are all a true reflection of what we give or not!
“As a plant that has no water or nourishment or love dies, so a child who lacks these basic ingredients also dies within. Love makes all things blossom. Give love and see happiness in your children’s eyes – not only at Christmas but for always.”
Jenny Ayers
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