Listen To Them Poem by alex sarich

Listen to their voice
we could learn from them
do not criticize, or scorn,
though secure their knowledge.
Succumb to their observatory skills
follow their journey into
the wilderness and beyond
pursuing goals and dreams.
Their ability to learn is astounding
though should be judged on merit.
Everyday decisions based on rationality
forming the structure of youth
and are not afraid of change.
Adults we are, but still Neanderthal
in ideology so incriminate
ourselves beyond the pale.
Listen for once, to zealous youth growing,
it is in our beginning to understand that
their odyssey is toward a life fulfilled.

AM Sarich June 2011