Why Are Parents So Mean


Why are parents so mean,
when I won't eat anything green?

No broccoli, brussels sprouts, green beans, or green grapes,
these will always stay on my plate.

So, here I sit watching the green things wrinkle,
while I cross my legs holding my tinkle.

I got to get up, stuff them in my mouth, and
while in the bathroom, barf them all out.

Parents can be so mean,
if you don't eat anything green.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Hawley Avatar
April 8, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Congratulations on your win in my contest. This is a funny poem.
Allen Avatar
April 9, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Thanks
Miller Avatar
August 28, 2024 at 6:33 AM
Too funny I love it, congratulations
Allen Avatar
August 29, 2024 at 7:00 AM
Thank you.
Volumes Avatar
July 25, 2023 at 4:34 PM
Congrats on your win. Well done
Allen Avatar
July 26, 2023 at 6:20 AM
Thank you.
Allison Avatar
January 30, 2022 at 1:28 PM
made me smile Delores, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
Allen Avatar
January 30, 2022 at 7:01 PM
Thank you.
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October 13, 2021 at 9:30 PM
Hello Delores, Good memories bouught for a song. Oh, they meant well, mom reheated the tortured sprouts while dad paced until he saw them all gone. Somewhere out there is a table with a full serving of lima beans stuffed and tucked underneath. -Richard
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