You went along with the unruly group just to be a part of the crowd
Then started walking toward the school and began to yell out loud
It was time to go to the classroom but you lingered out in the hall
The bell rang loud for the second time so you responded to its call
Algebra and Social Studies was the first and second of your classes
In a rush to be with friends you forgot and left without your glasses
The Teachers taught you all day long and tried to give you their best
Will want to see what you have learned when time to take their test
School was finally over for the day but you did not want to go home
You just wanted to hang out with friends and later decided to roam
Learning began to be a bore so you decided to just skip a class
No need to stay in school all day don't need Physical Ed to pass
Freedom from peer pressure is your chance for a future that's bright
Keep your mind on the prize ahead and never let it leave your sight
Diplomas and certificates will be given out with joy on graduation day
Awarded to those who studied hard and not those that went just to play
Copyright 2013
Very similar in theme to my poem' History Lesson.' It is sad that in our society the young have become lost and are torn too many ways to stay on track too many distractions. It is much harder for the youngsters of today than when I was young.. A very well written thought provoking poem.10/10 Thanks for sharing BB : O)
hahaha....a very fatherly advice.....since generations, every parent has been saying this n every child has been doing this......its all in the age Sir...this peer group etc will vanish as soon as they come out of school n start realsing their responsibilities...wat i feel is both has to be balanced, there has to be friends to socilaise with withut losing focus on education........a very excellent write..enjoyed reading
I wish kids could learn this valuable lesson before talking about it in hindsight! Rose J. Prioleau
you was taught very young that an education you must get, and by continuing this path your future will be set.
Keep your mind on the prize ahead and never let it leave your sight..... the most outstanding line in the poem! This advice is equally applicable to young students under peer pressure and grown ups! No journey will be successfull without a clear idea of the destination to be reached! A sound advice full of wordly wisdom! !
Keep your mind on the prize ahead and never let it leave your sight Sound advice indeed. A beautiful narration of behavioral outcomes. Thank you.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
So sad and very true much to often.You nailed the problem-peer pressure. A worthwhile read Hope some youngsters read this