What Child Is This

Dutiful little kid you always did your chores as you were told not fully understanding why cigarettes on Mom had such a hold Dad coming home from his different shifts at times very stressed disappearing into your room you always thought would probably be best, Kind of shy and analytical but a daydreamer at heart while in school looking out the window you wish you could dart outside where you'd feel free to learn more from nature inside you felt stifled sitting at a desk for what seemed like ages, You had friends at school who like you were not very popular just down to earth average kids whose parents were struggling blue collar free spirits who couldn't wait for the school bell to ring walking each other home we'd meet later at the playground swing, Having nagging questions that you wanted so much to ask but children were to be seen and not heard so you simply wore a happy mask taught not to question authority and not be forthright or bold you acted as was expected of you so as not to break the mold, With your inquiring mind you wondered about the Vietnam War who started it, and fighting over what your mind implored watching tragic events unfold on the old black and white television set replaying in your mind along with fond memories you won't soon forget. 10-14-17