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I Use to Have Fun

I use to have fun on the monkey bars, or laying flat on the window ledge in the back of cars. I use to have fun climbing high in the tree, well until granny yelled at me. I use to have fun on the merry-go-round, and swinging as high as the birds without feet on the ground. I use to have fun as a child at play, but, now I have to work each day.

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Valsa George

Date: 4/27/2025 9:09:00 AM

Childhood is so carefree with lots of mischief and fun. But as we grow up, responsibilities will weigh us down. I too nostalgically think of my childhood days. Well done, dear Miranda.

John Read

Date: 4/13/2025 11:16:00 AM

I used to have fun just like you, then old age took over life can be cruel.

Crystol Woods

Date: 4/13/2025 9:02:00 AM

So so true and well written! Xo

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/11/2025 12:38:00 PM

or laying flat on the window ledge in the back of cars…love that line…giggling!

CayCay Jennings

Date: 4/5/2025 11:26:00 AM

We should all write one like this; the freedom-fun things we did as children. Your poem reminded me of how high I soared on swings & how fast I went on 60's skates down sidewalks and streets. Your sweet poem brought much of my child back to me. ALSO, please see my response to your blog. I was a rule-breaking submittal, but not intentionally - I think what I wrote will make you feel better ... CayCay