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Adolescence |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria 
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ADOLESCENCE A.—A is for Amy who has just turned thirteen, A teenager at last, now tries out nicotine, D—D is for Dolly, and now puberty strikes With a mind of her own with so many dislikes. O—O is for Oswald, most obnoxious at best, Bone tired and quite lazy, just likes to rest, L—L is for Lucy, always unlucky in love, Her boyfriend’s says bye and gives her the shove. E---E is for Edward, a motor bike’s on his list, Out late every night & comes home quite p----d S---S is for sorry, a word unknown by most teens, Who are forever requesting a new pair of jeans. C---C is for Catherine, always misunderstood, Can’t boil cold water but would if she could, E---E is for Earnest, his face covered in fuzz, When first shave is over it gives him a buzz. N---N is for Neville, his pimples quite a worry, When he goes out, is the only time that he’ll hurry, C---C is for Carol, much worried by her weight But won’t listen to Mum and misses out on a date. E---E is for everyone that goes through adolescence But few there are now that show any slight innocence, It’s a tough time for us all as they so easily offend But they usually come through all right in the end. |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
You made me smile as I read. Wish I had read this years ago. A |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
I guess you've been around a few teenagers lately LP. They will try your soul but if you can hang in there long enough they become civilized human beings at some point. Though it does seem to take a bit longer these days. Ida |
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hunnie_girl
since 2006-06-18
Posts 2567Canada |
Lindsay, I loved this poem, I can actually relate soo much haha.. how true..  Krysti |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Good one Lindsay, enjoyed my friend. You have a great day. Rick |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oh, the "A" word! ~ and you did a fine job of telling it like it is! ~ and was! lol With my youngest, I had to dig my spurs in and hang on for the ride of my life! Harrowing to say the least! Mind you, I'm so pleased that I didn't throw in the towel! She has turned out to be an outstanding young woman ~ amd we're the best of friends!  Love your poem! Love you! Linda  |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Thanks for the read LP ARCTIC WIND |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Dear Lindsay, you got that right!! You could have gone on and on and find still more and more characteristics of the adolescents. A demanding time for parents and for them too, no doubt. Significant write, that surely will help some to realize that they are not alone in facing those problems! Enjoyed this greatly. love Margherita  |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
A very sincere thanks to all you kind folks, Alison, Ida, Krysti, Rick, Linda, Arctic Wind and Margherita, it seems that most of you have been down that path, rocky though it might be. I'm certainly glad I'm not trying to raise teenagers today. A big hug and love to you all. Lindsay |
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insect Senior Member
since 2000-04-22
Posts 1014 |
Those times had there troubles but also good things too! ...crushes and laughter!  Thanks for the wonderful read |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Thanks Insect for your response Much appreciated Lindsay |
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Earl Brinkman Senior Member
since 2010-03-03
Posts 1183Osaka, Japan |
This was quite fun and brought back some memories. |
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