Jash and Kagi's entry for the Poetry Pair Contest.
My parents say I've issues;
____they tend to just get mad
Let’s see 'em walk in my shoes!
____- and feel these teenage fads!
They always complain 'bout the choices I make,
____'bout how repulsive I can be,
________'bout my six wanted innate mistakes,
____________and 'bout my fashion impulsivity
They ask me:
____"Why, dear, why?
________are you like a roller coaster ride?
____We always try to get a grip,
________but we fail to chase your mind!
____"Yesterday, you stayed in your room
____Today, you’re loud and noisy.
____A minute ago, you held a broom.
____Now, you’re throwing wrappers of candy.”
____“Thanks for leaving me alone yesterday.
____Today I need your company.
____A minute ago I wanted to show loyalty.
____Now,” – I cough – “my liberty!
____“Teen mood swings, I guess, are inexplicable.
________Wait!
____________maybe chemicals," I say.
________“Yes, Doctors would say chemicals.
____But demons, Religions would state.”
____“But fret not!
________I'm not alone.
________People my age understand and know.
____I wonder why you don’t?
________since you’ve been this young before!
____“Though I have to admit:
________At times, I think I've got it figured out.
____I said 'think', not 'know'.
____So I better just shut my mouth . . .”
________________Or not?
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