It Shouldn'T Hurt To Be a Child

We are petals of marigold In our innermost soul Whether young or old If the petals still in fold in the buds are singed or shouted at violating the integrity in making Maladaptation is obvious Flowers are obnoxious Parents and teachers Priests and preachers Be kind nurturers Of the saplings and plants No traumatizing no rants Love of beauty and life Husband and wife in step Pep drive with love For the tender buds above Let us be poems In the social page Healthy gems Birds uncaged “The world is a stage” You directors will decide If the spectators would hurl Brickbats or Throw bouquets ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ April 7, 2016 It shouldn't hurt to be a child- Poetry Contest Sponsor: Becca aTeagan