The way we perceive is dependent on interpretation. Perception takes on new meaning as travel finds a person only a few days old in a brand new culture. An adult watches a child's interpretation, as he maneuvers social norms by trial and error, with patience and often affectionate humor, all the while cheering him on because of his willingness to try! The humble experience of becoming like a child has the potential to transform our way of thinking and feeling and being - it can hold the power to allow us entry into another's world. No wonder Jesus said we must become like little children, "And he said: 'Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.' " (Matthew 18:3) Melodee
