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Our Natural State

     Au Natural, our first birthday suits
       soon obscured by zip-up rompers and baby boots

    Baby’s not embarrassed by her appearance
       insecure parents run interference

    Next up, movement-control
       baby must not dance to rock-‘n-roll

    ‘Grown-ups’ crush baby’s curiosity
       ‘No-ing’ all instincts exploratory...

     Forever unchain inquisitive wonts
        ~ Viva la au natural renaissance



    Entry in 'Our Natural State' contest
       Sponsor: Unseeking Seeker
           Date: Jan. 14, 2025
               Gershon Wolf

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Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/17/2025 5:46:00 PM

when my grandson was born, we showed his older brother a picture. “He’s not wearing clothes!” lol

Michael Tor

Date: 1/16/2025 5:07:00 PM

Love your perspective in this Poetry of yours Gershon. Best wishes for the Contest my friend...

Karen Jones

Date: 1/16/2025 12:09:00 AM

Omg this is a fav! I adore your whimsical whit and skill in making a statement! This is a winner in my book Gershon! Best wishes!

Joe Dimino

Date: 1/15/2025 9:57:00 PM

Please, close the curtains. Well said, Gershin. Viva la natural...or something like it.

Valsa George

Date: 1/15/2025 9:38:00 PM

So, do you mean that we should all be in 'birthday suits'.... just joking.... :) Yes, Unnecessary restrictions shouldn't be imposed on children. Let them be as they are. You rarely enter a contest. All the best, dear Gershon.