Life beats us down. I get so sick of turning everywhere and hearing the same news stories of violence, fear and financial crises. This bombardment is depressing to me and sometimes threatens my childlike feelings of wonder. I have to counter these feelings by being around kids a lot (my job involves this!) and seeking out a combination of childhood memories and new experiences. For me, the old includes seeing the giant sequoias, dreaming on Hawaiian beaches, and oogling the Northern Lights. New experiences I am seeking include seeing endangered animals while they still are around, finding new natural wonders, and keeping my husband for another 32 years.