When I Was Just a Boy
When I was just a boy
No need to lock our doors
Most criminals feared guilt
Knowing the feeling of remorse
When I was just a boy
People said hello to each other
Related or not
We’re all sisters and brothers
When I was just a boy
Folks worked as a team
Everyone pulled their own weight
Making reality from a dream
When I was just a boy
So common to see a toy gun
Just kids playing cowboys
Harmlessly having fun
When I was just a boy
The newspaper’s story page
Read front to back without alarm
Never read of road rage
When I was just a boy
Presidents were looked up to
Respected and trusted
Unselfish and honest too
When I was just a boy
Love was universal
Moving positively forward
Instead of vengeful reversal
When I was just a boy
The world was a safer place
No reason to fear
A divided Human race
When I was just a boy
I never imagined I might
Be witness to Earth’s last days
Praying I’ll see Heaven’s light
Copyright © Accidental Poet 2018
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I could add to this with my own recollections which would never happen now - so sad - a fine piece of writing AP
I'd love to read those recollections Michael. Thanks for reading and your compliment.
A fine write AP. There are things now which make it seem like past days were 'the good old days'.
'I remember when....' Agghh, no please, Orchi, not remembrances of millions of years ago! As boring as showing us your holidays snaps'. heehee.
orchi, you took the words right out of my mouth.
You sitting comfortably? Then I shall begin.... Aggghhh, no please! you reply. lol.
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Oh do I ever relate! Thank you AC..... I wouldn't want to be a child in today's world for all the tea in China......
Thanks Lorna. Glad you're able to relate to my poem. And I can relate to your comment.
What a beautiful piece! As a young person reading this, I can only hope the world returns to the way it used to be
Not everything in the past was great, but there was more maturity and class in some of the world leaders as opposed to today's world leaders. Thanks sky
So sad we live in a place of fear now more than ever! This is a really great poem, and yes, I'm sorta young but I remember those days too.
I agree Christina, Thanks for reading.
A great read, AP!
The poem and visual remind me of a wonderful children’s book, THE DANDELION SEED by Joseph Anthony. I used the book to teach the seasons, the seed’s journey after it was wind blown, and appreciating the challenges it had to overcome.
I feel for today’s youth! Too much to bear!
~Laura~
Thanks Laura, yes I fear for today's youth too. My generation had it so easy compared to todays youth.
Such a great write, I can say the same happened to me 'When I was just a boy'.
Thanks Andy. Glad you enjoyed it.
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