Post-Election Reflections: How 7 Kids Hope For The Future

As we write this now, days before the election, the future is uncertain. When thinking about what today's blog post could be - knowing it would fall just a day after the presidential election - we asked ourselves a lot of questions. What would be appropriate? What feels right? What if things go this way or that way? Where do we fit into the conversation? Ultimately, we decided what makes the most sense for us - what feels right - is talking to kids about their visions for the future.

We put out a call for submissions and asked kids to answer the question, "How do you wish to see the world change in 2021 and beyond?" Their answers were hopeful, funny, and insightful - but don't just take our word for it, read their thoughts below for a much-needed dose of inspiration and light!

"I'd change the moon into a beautiful, beautiful flower!"

Babe, age 2

"I wish to see people nicer, more helpful, and listening to each other."

Annemarie, age 2

"That people aren't mean and that Coronavirus goes away."

Owen, age 6

"I wish to see the playgrounds open again for kids to play. I miss playing on the swings at the park."

Sofia, age 3

"I want the world to be happy!"

Sam, age 2

"I would like to see Covid go away and be able to hang out with my friends and family again."

Siella, age 9

"I think everyone, no matter how much money you have or what your job is should be able to get paid if they are sick and should be able to get help from a doctor."

Gianna, age 9