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mistic Member
since 2001-05-06
Posts 233Idaho, U.S.A. |
I remember when cartoons were the only thing to watch And live action was never heard of. I remember when life was carefree Where the only thing you worried about Was if you got that toy you wanted for Christmas. I remember when you made friends, They stayed true. I remember when kids couldn't wait for recess, And all they wanted to do was play. I remember when a child's dreams Were of toys, playing, having fun, I remember when books and movies consisted of fairytales And happily ever after. 'This used to be my playground, This used to be my childhood dream,' This used to be where I wanted to spend the rest of time, This used to be where I made all of my memories, This used to be such a simple life to live, Why did it have to end? Now cartoons can't be watched Unless you want to be thought of as pathetic. Now you can't crawl ouf of bed Without a worry in your head. Now you worry about grades, images, colleges, Boyfriends/girlfriends, getting a job,paying taxes, And whether a friend is in trouble or not. Now all we do is work And can't wait until we can sleep. Now our dreams consist of making a lot of money, Getting the career we want, ending school violence, and world peace. Now happily ever after doesn't exist And we realize the differences of childhood and reality. With innocence gone, And corruption of the mind We grow up being the leaders of the future But really just another slave generation to society. We realize the truth about things. But still we go on, seeing nothing but the lies That we've stated as truths. So life goes on, If this is what life truly is, With so many lessons to learn And so many treasures to give up and gain Then life is a fruit that should cherished And I wouldn't change a thing. |
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Marshalzu  
since 2001-02-15
Posts 2681Lurking |
Great work I really enjoyed the read, hope to see more of your work and keep on sharing  Andrew |
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the_rescue Member
since 2001-05-23
Posts 316Japan |
ROCK ON that is totally waht I"m talking about our mircowave society has put us into slavery. but your poem is Ironic cause your like I don't want to worry about such things yet you write about em. Cool stuff though I enjoyed it I'm not asking U 2 luv me I'm just letting out the truth no hold barred about what I feel nothing wrong with what I say |
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DarkAngelOfTheStars Member
since 2001-04-21
Posts 255 |
oh wow i really liked this...we had to do a poem called *when you are young* for school....it was kinda the same idea as this but wasnt as good. I liked this a lot you did a good job! this is going in my library. one morning you wake up afraid you are going to live |
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Heavens Tears
since 2001-03-15
Posts 677 |
This was really good. It really makes you think about all that "You are our future" stuff huh? *Amanda* |
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angel_2401 Member
since 2001-06-12
Posts 131Cincinnati, OH |
This is so good. And SO true. It makes ya think of how much most of us miss our childhood. This is gonna be one of my favs. Keep posting! I don't have an attitude problem You have a perception problem. |
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Fading Away
since 2001-03-14
Posts 3131Lynchburg, Virginia |
This poem ROCKS, Stephanie! The whole cycle you used.. the contrasts in the first and third stanzas, and the way you did the second stanza... this is a very good poem. I REALLY enjoyed this. Very true words here. Nice work!! --Marie You can’t expect the roses to grow without the weeds. |
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obscurity of cloud Member
since 2001-05-11
Posts 294....:::::******:::::.... |
this is beautiful and introspective. i don't think i've read much of your other posts, but this one really stands out. I like the quote from the madonna song, that's one of her few that has real merit and i'm glad you caught it. this whole theme is wonderful for poetry and you've really written it well. beautiful! "so when at times the mob is swayed to carry praise or blame too far, we may choose something like a star" --Frost |
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Skyfire
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
I'm pathetic for watching cartoons? Well I guess I have to tell my whole town now. Anyway, all my whining aside, I like it soooooo much!!! You did such a good job! Rhonda  "Amy, can you PLEASE come to Spain with us so that we have someone to keep Rhonda calm?" - Mr. Ardiel *insert hysterical laughter from me here* |
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anonymous albert ?
since 2001-03-23
Posts 2979 |
true and you told it well...i enjoyed greatly..something i can relate in thinking ...great job!...bye  im addicted to passions in poetry!...are you? |
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Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-07
Posts 7665Twilight Zone |
very interesting points mistic. That was a really good read. Thanks for sharing hi Sweets, Kris, Lizzy, Ina, Erin, Erica, Minna, Kit, Kamie, Javi, Jenn, Sharon, Nan, Cawlee, Cherish, Ashley, Sara, Justine, Leah, Jess, Kimmie, Mare |
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scout Member
since 2001-06-16
Posts 175no place owns me |
Hey, I still watch cartoons! does that mean i'm pathetic... I totally understand your poem, all these children conforming to society(which is evil!) ninja turtles forever xscoutx |
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TunaKaHuna Junior Member
since 2001-06-28
Posts 19United States |
I can really relate to just how true every stanza in your poem is truth to my life and I know to many people as well. I can see from the way you express your feelings of your world that you have thought abou just how much innocence can be a lie and yet be so comforting to the soul...Thanks for writing, and keep living life to its fullest no matter the costs... If you give a person a title, then you really dont have to know a person...but, they may just be the person who can make you see of happy life can be. |
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anonymousfemale Member Elite
since 2000-02-02
Posts 2797Limbo |
This is the best piece I have read today so far. The reality of your words really hit me. Just to make sure I never ever forget this piece, I'm printing it out to keep on my wall. Thank you for a most amazing read. ~AF~ Just because I hear voices doesn't mean I'm crazy...SHUT UP IN THERE!!! |
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Linc
since 2001-03-07
Posts 552The Backstreet Boy |
Hey, The poem is really good! I never really liked cartoons they seemed retarted to me as a child "oh look a ball, what color is the red ball billy?" I don't know anyways the poem great and I ejoyed it keep it up -- Linc "Blood Moon" |
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Dopey Dope
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Member Patricius
since 2000-08-30
Posts 11132San Juan, Puerto Rico |
I don't really get how yer saying that childhood was so amazingly great and care-free and now that we're "grown up" we have some problems.....but then along with all the problems and so on life is to be cherished and stuff. I agree that life should be cherished and I liked the poem but a childhood can be cruel. I mean i know I wasn't care free when I was little. Something so little as getting a brand new hair cut could ruin yer week cuz yer class in school laughs at you. Haha and they might even like it too! They just join on in the laughter to make you feel bad. You know that saying that kids are often the most cruel...well it's true. Anyhow, I mean along with the good comes the bad and along with the bad comes the good. I guess that could have been some sort of point within the poem. That is why life can be cherished, right? Cause you still have something to look forward to, and cherish. Well anyway, nicely done.  I was born myself, raised myself, and will continue to be myself. The world will just have to adjust. |
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stace_co2003 Member
since 2001-03-30
Posts 497In a dream world |
I still watch cartoons  but I understand what yer sayin in this poem, cuz I'm smarter than Dopes, nah, just kidding, it's because of the way I interpret it. it's great, I love it, into my library it goes!!! -->Don't frown. You never know who is falling in love with your smile. |
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cutiepiesugarbabie Member
since 2002-06-07
Posts 110A Cloud In the Sky |
great poem i wish i could go back 10yrs sometimes...just for a day...or two...  |
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songsoftheaftermath Member
since 2002-06-19
Posts 84a world of disarray |
Now cartoons can't be watched Unless you want to be thought of as pathetic i dont think that that's true...some things you never grow out of...but something else i want to say is that..i really dont think you should let what other people think about you...or what you think ppl would think get you...or rule your life. its a part of growing up when you realise that youre the only opinion that counts to you. trust me good write. could the darkness be my friend? |
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mycafe Senior Member
since 2002-05-23
Posts 584 |
How very true... I do miss my childhood ~mycafe |
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