Advice for the Young Child
Shhh. Not now, just wait. I’m trying to work and I can’t think straight.
Careful! Don’t drop that cup. You’ll spill all the milk – I’ll have to clean up
Stop! Don’t run ahead. You’re too fast for me, walk slower instead.
Gentle! You play too rough. It’ll all end in tears and I’ve had enough.
Attention! You’re dreaming again! You won’t pass that test; what will you do then? |
Advice for the Adolescent
Speak! Please use your voice. Give your opinion or you won’t get a choice.
Relax! Stop stressing out. Must live a little; stop living in doubt.
Run! Pick up your speed! You must try harder or you won’t take the lead.
Fight! Don’t be their prey. If you don’t fight back you’ll just fade away.
Imagine where you could go. If you never dream then you’ll never know. |
Back to School Blues
Sharpening his pencils; ironing his clothes. Wishing it would slow down – how fast the time all goes. Packing up his schoolbag; new shoes up a size. Seeing that he’s growing – mammy wipes her eyes. Every year he’s moving, another step away. Feels his hands in hers now – he’s still a child […]