John Lawless Poet Free verse

A Letter To My Future Self

Remember that day in ’86?
Yeah, yeah…that one…
damn I tried not to…you know
pass it on to you.
But ….. hey… it was kinda fun
in an adolescently asinine way.
Anyway, if you got this letter
you have outlived our agreed upon
expiration date.
That being the case
let me apologize for the messes
I left for you to clean up.
How are we doing anyway???
Still wearing flannel and blue jeans
or did the fashionistas finally
gain the upper hand?
About the grandkids…
sorry I taught them to spit
and swear…but remember
you had a hand in it too.
OK, what I really want to know
“DID WE I EVER GROW UP?”
I mean become – like –
“A responsible adult??? 
As of this writing
we haven’t made too much progress
but the grandkids think I am
“the silliest Papa”.
Hope they still remember that
as I remember them.
Actually, I hope the future
hasn’t changed them….or you.

Hope to see you soon
(but not too soon)

Your Self

9/19/2021

Letter to your future self Poetry Contest

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Silent One October 17, 2021 at 1:30 PM A heartfelt take on the contest.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. John Lawless October 18, 2021 at 5:17 AM Well, SO, I talk to my self so I figured...hey...why not write it a letter. Thanks for the contest and the placement

Paula Goldsmith October 17, 2021 at 9:55 AM Congratulations on your win. What a fun story/write. Love your line “DID WE I EVER GROW UP?” Not in the heart. We need to keep our fun. Age is just a number. Have a fun/blessed autumn day............... John Lawless October 18, 2021 at 5:16 AM I believe in the adage "growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional" thanks for stopping to comment

Malabika Ray Choudhury September 22, 2021 at 5:39 AM “DID WE I EVER GROW UP?” A really interesting question you asked yourself, John! This topic has inspired many of us to look back and ponder! “the silliest Papa” - so adorable! Really enjoyed your poem, John. BW ~ Mala