As you all know, I don’t have any children – hey, I’m only 24! Still, as more and more of my peers settle down, I like to imagine the kind of world my own future children will inherit. What will matter to them when they’re my age, 20 or 30-something years from now? What will they enjoy, pursue, fear? Which of my favorite shows will make it to TV Land? What will the world look like someday when my children are grown?
This is a collection of my thoughts.
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Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope they read about civil unrest in books, not the news.
I hope “Adopt Don’t Shop” is the norm.
I hope they never saw me complain about stretch marks or wrinkles.
Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope that my daughter is called by her name, not Mrs. Husband.
I hope that my son changes diapers and vacuums like a boss.
I hope they find a spouse who will watch Friends on TV Land.
Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope I’m there to see it.
I hope my grandkids aren’t little turds.
I hope the world is worth a few more birthdays.
Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope social media is outdated and cell phones obsolete.
I hope the garter toss is no longer a thing because it’s awkward and just why.
I hope all the teachers haven’t moved to Texas yet.
Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope that in a casual culture they make some things sacred.
I hope they love their body because I probably made it, and I’m good at crafts.
I hope that seeking therapy doesn’t have to be a secret anymore.
Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope they know how to shoot a gun but never need to pull the trigger.
I hope Disney World is still the happiest place on Earth.
I hope tolerance isn’t confused with truth.
Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope they come to visit.
I hope they know the difference between joy and happiness.
I hope they chase meaning.
Someday when my kids are grown…
I hope my children walk with Christ, the reason I hope at all.
As Told by Laura 