Classroom

Teacher's droning on,
about something I should know
monotone voices go on,
raised volumes attack.
So few respect my quiet
those that do are rare.
My quiet has a reason,
for those who dare to listen,
a magical tale.
A tale of woe, strife, and joy.
Few do listen to my tale.
those that do will learn.
Adventure with challenges,
adventure between my ears
challenges with fear.
now fear of being laughed at
cells of flat wood and cold metal,
papers everywhere.
Lectures of unknown language,
Symbols I probably should know.
stress running in me.
expectations unspoken,
the power of the screen lives.
Now class is starting.
Please take your seats now children.
Let the confusion begin
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Turner Avatar
August 31, 2016 at 2:23 PM
I love it, Elissa. Those last two lines add the final touch of humor. I sorta remember it being that way, of course without the screen lives. Great write!
Quigley Avatar
September 16, 2016 at 10:25 AM
thanks
Smith Avatar
August 31, 2016 at 12:30 PM
I like it Elissa. Your writes help me gain some perspective on my kids. I have one in college and two in high school. Thanks for sharing.
Quigley Avatar
September 16, 2016 at 10:25 AM
No problem
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