The Wild and Free

by Shady

Published July 25, 2012

In Early Works

The free and wild,
Are now old and tired.

They've all grown up,
And are more mature,

Than one could ever expect from me,
Or at least, that's what they claim to be.

They've taken that long path,
Of changing diapers and bubble baths.

Many nights of sitting up with crying babes,
Has left them dry and lame.

"Grow up," they say to me,
"Act like us, and happier you will be."

I don't know how they can say such things,
When all they ever do is sit and complain.

Back when they were young,
They never did want,

A snotty nose to wipe,
Or fancy clothes to wear.

Things must change,
Over the years.
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katiehorsie
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katiehorsie wrote a review Review · Jul 26, 2012

Hidere,

So, I was confused on the POV here - in a good way. At first I was like "Oh, this is about parents talking about their kids" but then I was like "No! This is a kid talking about his parents" and that went on. It gives me something to think about, thus I will remember this poem and yuppers. Besides that, this is good. I like it. And stuffs.

So now I leave.

Byebye

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emilybrodo
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emilybrodo wrote a review Review · Jul 25, 2012

Hey ShadowVyper!

Just a quick review!
I really enjoyed this poem, it kind of makes parent hood look 'happy' but 'sad' at the same time. You didn't rhyme all the way through, but that makes it all the more unique. Your ending made questions in my head, which is good as it makes the reader want more.
It was depressing in a way, and I didn't get bored of it once which I liked.

I didn't see anything wrong with the spelling or punctuation, though don't take my word on it.

Good work!

From Em



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