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Girls and Boys Come Out To Play

Girls and boys come out to play
Put those computer games away
Join with your mates and play in the park
Leave those games at home until it’s dark
Daylight will stop you from feeling blue
A breath of fresh air is good for you
Leap out of your chair and get out in the sun
Get outdoors and have some fun!

4th December 2015

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Abdullah Alhemaidy

February 21, 2016 at 2:09 AM

Yes! I liked this short smooth poem very much. Nature nature..

Jan Allison

February 21, 2016 at 1:32 PM

Thanks Abdullah:-) hugs Jan xx

Johnnie Hynson

December 11, 2015 at 6:29 PM

When I was young, parents couldn't get us in from outside. Now it's reversed.

Jan Allison

December 12, 2015 at 5:15 AM

So true Johnnie - I guess our 'world' was a safer place then but I know I wouldn't like to be growing up now! :-( Hugs Jan xx

Eve Roper

December 10, 2015 at 9:24 AM

Our lives have gotten so wrapped up with the electronic age that it is making everybody's life short. I for one need to get of my duff and walk. Very good write, Jan!

Jan Allison

December 10, 2015 at 9:50 AM

Thanks Eve:-) hugs jan xx

Kim Merryman

December 5, 2015 at 10:24 AM

A delightful poem filled with much needed advice! Great write, Jan! Love, KIm

Jan Allison

December 5, 2015 at 10:25 AM

Thanks Kim just a 'fun' write:-) hugs jan xx

Paul Callus

December 5, 2015 at 8:51 AM

Excellent advice, Jan! I spent most of my happy childhood days playing outside; we had no extra fat left to burn! We were better off for it...and we still managed to get on well with our studies!! Hugs // paul

Jan Allison

December 5, 2015 at 9:27 AM

How times change Paul ... and not always for the better:-( hugs jan xx

Arthur Vaso

December 5, 2015 at 12:21 AM

Every since we installed Ipads and Xboxes in the parks and on the swings and slides, well the kids just love the outdoors!

Jan Allison

December 5, 2015 at 4:23 AM

ha ha ha! Hugs jan xx

Viv Wigley

December 4, 2015 at 8:10 PM

Hear, hear, Jan. I'm off outside to put up a rope swing. And you- get off to sleep, it's way past your bedtime. Viv x

Jan Allison

December 5, 2015 at 4:23 AM

The wind is so loud here Mr Viv - and no I didn't have beans last night - please have a look at my blog :-( Hugs Jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

December 4, 2015 at 7:30 PM

love it. This is what kids SHOULD do these days!!!

Jan Allison

December 4, 2015 at 7:31 PM

I agree Andrea - how things have changed since our childhood - i wouldn't want to be growing up now! hugs jan xx

Vera Duggan

December 4, 2015 at 7:03 PM

I couldn't have said t better myself Jan, we have 7 grandchildren and they are lucky if they see the light of day half the time, if only they were raised the same as we were, they would be a lot healthier, they seem to spend so much time on the computers and in my mind it is not good for them.....take care.............Vera

Jan Allison

December 4, 2015 at 7:06 PM

I agree Vera sadly it is the way of the world now:-( hugs jan xx

CayCay Godwin

December 4, 2015 at 3:46 PM

And, while they are absorbing gadgets (as Keith said) they are, more often that not, absorbing unhealthy calories to go with their lack of exercise. Oh, how we played until dark, weather permitting. Print one million+ copies of this poem and I'll go door to door with you. Maybe it should be a poetry contest. Great one, Jan ... CayCay

Jan Allison

December 4, 2015 at 3:49 PM

It is a vicious circle CayCay - thanks for such a wonderful comment:-) hugs jan xx

Keith Bickerstaffe

December 4, 2015 at 2:31 PM

God bless you for writing about this... the topic is near and dear to my heart. With the advent of technology, (I call it the dreaded 'T'), I knew things would get out of hand. I really worry for the younger generation who are absorbing gadgets as fast as new ones come out. They're being overwhelmed, and it's not their fault. Its the fault of the manufacturers with no conscience or common sense whatsoever, just an eye for the almighty dollar. I'll get off my soapbox now and say GREAT PIECE! K.

Keith Bickerstaffe

December 4, 2015 at 5:28 PM

You're right Cay Cay... I should put action where my mouth is...

CayCay Godwin

December 4, 2015 at 3:45 PM

Parental figures, Jan and Keith - While not to blame, have become complacent overall while they should campaign to get their kids out. The world is such a fearful place that, that, too, stops some adults from trying. It is all JUST wrong ... CayCay

Jan Allison

December 4, 2015 at 2:34 PM

Thanks Keith - it is something I feel very strongly about! I have also posted a parody on Jack and Jill:-) Hugs Jan xx

Keith Bickerstaffe

December 4, 2015 at 2:34 PM

I ran out of available words, so... super (no, PERFECT) cadence, rhyme and phrasing! BRAVO Jan! Best wishes, Keith