This week, Site for Sore Eyes
Berkeley calls to mind a quote by Ron Wild:
“Seek the wisdom of the ages, but
look at the world through the eyes of a child."
Wise words, indeed. We tend to think
of glasses, contact lenses, and any other form of eyewear as something
“grown-ups” need. Young kids don’t need glasses.
Or do they?
If you are a parent, you no doubt
have an eye on the health of your kids, whether you have one or more. You
responsibly see to it that doctor’s appointments, vaccines, and flu shots are all
scheduled and kept so that your kids stay in tip-top shape. But do they get a
yearly eye exam? Don’t leave your child’s vision to chance.
The American Optometric Association
(AOA) states that children six months old (yes, you are reading this right), can
– and should –have their vision tested. This may seem extreme, but makes sense
in the long run. Should there be any problem with your child’s vision (and
hopefully there is none), the earlier it is detected means that it can be dealt
with and aided just as early.
So as we end the month of September (which, incidentally is
Child Eye Health Month), Site for Sore Eyes Berkeley asks that you parents,
grandparents and guardians take note of Mr. Ron Wild’s quote. Be wise,
grown-ups, and take your kids for an eye exam before that day trip to the zoo,
the mall, or movies. You can be secure in the knowledge that you are looking
after them well, as they enjoy and marvel the world around them.
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