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Lens-Artists Photo Challenge: To Be Young

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“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken (adults).”   — Frederick Douglass

“I believe the children are our future
Teach them well and let them lead the way
Show them all the beauty they possess inside
Give them a sense of pride to make it easier
Let the children’s laughter remind us how we used to be” — Greatest Love Of All Songwriters: Linda Creed / Michael Masser

“Children need models rather than critics.”   — Joseph Joubert

“There is a fountain of youth: it is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life and the lives of the people you love. When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age.” — Sophia Loren

To be young, when I was young, was often to be dependent and vulnerable and fearful and ignorant. And sometimes it was to be brave and adventurous and curious and free, always trying new things because almost everything was a new thing. The adults in my life had a huge influence on how I experienced being young. Now that I am no longer young, I have a great opportunity to be supportive – to help someone younger turn vulnerability into connection, fear into courage, and ignorance into discovery.

Move at the speed of trust…and breathe. What kind of elder do you want to be? (Singing Alive camp 2022)

Tina’s challenge post, To Be Young Again, is illustrated by the most beautiful photos of children from around the world. Do visit for artistic and compassionate inspiration!

20 thoughts on “Lens-Artists Photo Challenge: To Be Young”

  1. This is true, even if I had not thought about it that way, ever. thanks for this one. There is a fountain of youth: it is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life and the lives of the people you love. Love the first photo, so sweet.

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  2. Loved your response this week Priscilla. the quotes are perfect and the images are wonderful. The opener MUST be Easter Sunday, no? The “parade leader” is marvelous in his flamingo hat and the pied piper is perfect!

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  3. Whenever I see a guy like the one with the flamingo hat, I think, I hope I can be like that. They are the one who have life figured out, and the kids know it. I love the Sofia Loren quote and the photo of the man in front of the sculptures is fantastic. Stay young indeed. A great post.

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  4. Priscilla, both the quotes and photos you used here are superb. The joy on the children’s faces is crystal clear. What a wonderful post!

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  6. A wonderful post, Priscilla. The fountain of youth…I will remember that. Sophia Loren is a wise woman. Your pictures are great and so are the quotes.

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    • Thanks, Ann-Christine. Welcome home! I hope you rest well from your travels. Your post is absolutely beautiful; all the children’s faces are so clearly and intimately captured. The one with the red scarf captures that calm, beautiful eye so perfectly – it’s stunning!

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