The Moms

I watch the moms at pre-school
In their stretchy work-out clothes
And remember I was one of them -
Or somewhat, I suppose.

My outfits weren't Lycra
And I didn't drive to school
But I did belong to what you'd call
That stay-at-home mom pool.

I wonder if I seemed to be
As confident as they.
I know inside I certainly
Did not feel quite that way.

I lived that life so long ago
But seeing them en masse
Makes me realize they have not a clue
Of what will come to pass.

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Daniel Turner

Date: 10/7/2016 5:57:00 PM

I find this very funny, Mrs Ilene. It made me think about raising my own children and them at the age of 13 knew more than I ever would. Now that they have grown, they're outlook is quite different. I love the humor and the wisdom!

Jan Allison

Date: 10/7/2016 5:30:00 PM

Your description is so accurate and made me smile Ilene - I never wore lycra to take my son to school in fact i don't possess any lol - we would often walk there on the days I wasn't working:-) hugs Jan xx