The Way We Were (poem)
Posted: Tuesday, June 26, 2007
by David Tanguay
The honesty we had as children, - in the process of growing
We spoke from our heart, all of our feelings - we were
Showing
Speaking the truth - right or wrong - we told it like it was
For we knew how to behave, - no reason, - just because
Love came natural - we did not need learn it in school
We knew right from wrong, for living with love - required
No rules
What came natural was real, what we dreamed and imagined -
We were taught our world was a fantasy, - and our dreams we
Must abandon
As children, we see all people as our neighbors and friends
We are taught to beware, and are told - who we may,
And may not, - befriend
Reality as we know it, - is an accepted - and conclusive
Fact of life
To conform we are told, “We must!" - To a species living
As creatures with much strife
We can never out grow - our need for love.
For to love and be loved, is what living - consist of
The distant dream we adults are all - in search for
Is the way we were as children, - and have since
Been trying to restore
Excellent poem, though watching children play when they think no adults are observing is very reminiscent of the film 'Lord of the flies'! But I totally understand where you are coming from.Please log in to respond to this comment.I’m not familiar with the film “Lord of the flies” however thank you for taking the time to read my poem. I'm going to be busy for awhile but I will get back to your site to read more of your work soon.Please log in to respond to this comment.
Hi David, it's a cult film about children stranded on a deserted Island. They behave very viciously and I think even kill a young boy. It is a very powerful film and reflects children in a way we don't want to see them and yet we know it's very accurate. I'll find you a link.Please log in to respond to this comment.
Hi, I can't include web links here but if you google 'lord of the flies' you should get something in top position that looks like this:gerenser The film was an adaptation of an amazing book.Please log in to respond to this comment.I'll check it out...thanksPlease log in to respond to this comment.