it was my birthday

it was my birthday

many years ago

the happiest day

of a persons life

getting gifts

those favorite dinners

what if this year

those things dont seem

just as great

what if for one moment

nothing is what it seems

the past is not the same

what if this year

i want something more

something more then i have

what if i said

turning 18

means more the the gifts i get

what if i said

turning 18

ment i was closer to you

what if i said

turning 18

is what scares me most

what if im not ready

to be 18

its almost my birthday

the day i turn 18

the day that seems more like halloween

then what halloween feels

what if i wanted more

outta life something greater

18 is so old

an adult

what am i to do

im not ready

turn back the clock

stop november 25 from comming

theres not enough time

to finish what i want

i want more than a gift

i just want my childhood

its sounds to scary to be

                18

Author's Note

when you read this poem take what you want from it but believe me turning 18 isnt what i want yet im not ready to be on my own yet.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Eighteen is still young. Still a lot of time to learn about life and travel. I told my kids. Travel before you are locked in a permanent job. Your birthday coming. I hope you have a good day. Remember save a few dollars and test the water of life. Travel and meet new people. Education is important also. Don't be scare. Just one more step to learn what we can do and want. Thank you for a excellent poem.
Coyote

[Priscilla Sayers]

It may sound scary but all adventures into the unknown are. You have to have the faith that you will succeed. No matter what. You have a strong mind, strong heart, and you know what????
You never have to grow up even if you have to grow old. I call it growing wise and staying young:)
Lots of love:)

[sivan]

well its a part of life... it takes years for me to remember im ageing... and the fact that you turning 18 means nothing. you dont have to suddenly grow up