Childhood Memories

I vividly recall those days
When childhood ruled my world
Going over to friend’s houses
Climbing on trees; hidden in leaves
Sneaking ripe guavas in our pockets
And then running away; laughing
As the old man comes with a stick
I still smile at sweet remembrance
Of birthday parties and games
Throwing pieces of cakes at birthday child
Before being turned out by the angry mother
I remember the sleep-over nights
Bringing in teddies stealthily
And then calling home late at night
Asking for a forgotten toothbrush
When it was time for bed; and lights off
Each child quivered with fear
Feeling for each other hands
I love to sit back and remember the days
When running after mischievous doings
We used to wonder why grown-ups
Still think we are innocent
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Agustin Avatar
December 6, 2024 at 8:01 PM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Ajmal Avatar
June 10, 2017 at 1:39 PM
A very beautiful written poem, yeah childhood memories are best for everyone, that smiling, running days but it isn t fair, the childhood finishes before you even realize and then it s never to come back and even in heaven you ll be a grown up however I m new on this site and would really appreciate if you could find time to read my poems and give your honest reviews about them
A   Avatar
March 16, 2016 at 11:25 PM
this is a deep write, Myra. Love LINDA
A  Avatar
January 14, 2016 at 10:57 PM
MYRA, Awesome write, I really like this. Forever ** SKAT **
Ahmad Avatar
April 27, 2009 at 1:36 AM
good
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