Flashback

Memories of my childhood
Often peep through the past
Pictures of the neighborhood
Flash by, a bit too fast

I was the reigning queen then
Adored byt everyone I met
My house used to be my great den
Where all my comforts were set

The days began with innocent mischief
By relieving people of their illnesses
With a runny nose rubbed into the kerchief
After poking into other's businesses

I'd run around as much as I could
With those two chubby little feet
Till I'd wear myself more than I should
And finally curl up into the sheet

Pranks filled up the days
While dreams ruled the nights
Things had to go my ways
Or we'd end up with fights

Puddles were my favorite pass time
And mom had to drag me out
But for me there was no last time
And she still needs to shout

Somewhere along the way
Things changed as I grew
My learning differed each day
With the conclusions I drew

The complex puzzles of life
Caught me in their net
Cutting these ropes with a knife
Isn't quite easy, I bet

These flashbacks provide relief
From the daily torment
They help me forget my grief
And enjoy every moment