David Smith Poet Burlesque

The Benefits of Having Teenagers Around

As we get older,
Our ability to demolish what is on our plate in short order,
Becomes a pleasure no longer,
And without teenagers around to even the playing field,
Leftovers would continue coming out of left field,
For ever and ever until we find ourselves under the field.

But with teenagers around,
All us non-teenagers get to stay longer above ground,
As the food served up is fresh,
With nothing left on any dish,
That can be served as leftovers,
Which reduces the dangers,
Of obesity for us non teenagers,
From eating portions that are over generous.

Now all we must do is reduce the size of our drinks,
To celebrate the end of leftovers,
If teenagers are around,
To keep us longer above ground.

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Marikate Kingston May 13, 2023 at 9:51 PM I guess you're right. I never thought of framing it that way. Good way to look at teens. One day though, as we were leaving for the grocery store, my 16 year old daughter asked, "Mom, you're not wearing THAT are you?" I told her Wegman's wouldn't mind. Long live the empty Tupperware containers though. No midnight calories for mom! A refreshing perspective on those wonderful teenagers David. David Smith May 14, 2023 at 2:04 AM i am in the process of trying to organize a festival of poetry and Music for those affected by recent disasters here in NZ. i have backing of Mayors office. I went to check out a venue last night and one of the musicians playing asked me if he could turn one of my poems into a song. Hope I can get event across line. Will keep you posted. Thanks for reading. Will keep you updated. Best regards David