The Logical Song Might Not be Too Logical

The line that I cannot forget from "The Logical Song" is the repeated phrase, "won't you please, please tell me what we've learned?"I found this quote really interesting and I think it is an integral part of the message that the artist is trying to get across. Throughout this song the main message seems to be a questioning of how society alters us and makes us "grow up." Hodgson is of the opinion that life was infinitely better when he was younger, and as he has grown up he has become more logical and responsible but also more cynical.
In our society we put a lot of value into youth. This is most commonly seen in our beauty products that urge us to look "ten years younger instantly" but it is also not unusual to see people longing for their playful childhood attitude. These days we often see responsibility and adult duties being pushed off as long as possible, people not fully stepping into them till their late 20s usually. It is even common among people of our age group to reminisce about the simplicities of childhood. We do this with good reason, even the Bible stresses the importance of children. 
"And they were bringing children to him that he might touch them, and the disciples rebuked them. But when Jesus saw it, he was indignant and said to them, “Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” And he took them in his arms and blessed them, laying his hands on them." (Mark 10:13-16 ESV)
However despite the beauty of childhood I think there is a grave misconception in our society. Imagination, a sense of wonder, playfulness, joy-these are all magnificent traits that we should always keep with us. But I see no reason why we cannot hold onto them in the later years of our life. True as we get older things become more difficult, we face realities and we develop both mentally and physically. But growing up is a natural thing that occurs to all of us. And trying to hold on to a reality where this is not the case is just silly. God created us to age, to gain wisdom so that we can bring up future generations in a better world that is closer to renewal with God. There is nothing wrong with growing old. It is the natural order of things that God made for us.
"I have cared for you since you were born. Yes, I carried you before you were born. I will be your God throughout your lifetime – until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you.”  (Isaiah 46:3-4)
It is true that it is very easy to fall prey to the woes of society and become cynical, a criminal, or a vegetable. But it is not guaranteed. All of life is beautiful. God made us to enjoy each day and not look back with regrets. It is true we cannot live a perfect life, but that doesn't mean we can't live life to the fullest and enjoy each stage of it.