Do you remember when you were little?
And everyone always asked “what do you want to be when you grow up?
Boys would always say “I want to be a footballer”
And girls would answer “a pop star”
Me, I didn’t say either of those
When I was, 5, I said I wanted to be a teacher
At 7, I wanted to be a secretary
At 9, I wanted to be a writer
At 10, I went back to wanting to be a teacher
Making up pretend registers
Writing pretend reports
And amazing myself at the “fun” I could have
At 15, I caught my first glimpse of a teacher’s life
5year olds who relied on you all day long
And 10 year olds who asked
“What does motherf***er mean?”
Between the ages of 15 and 16
I decided I wanted to do an English degree or teaching course at University
And that one day, I’d be a better person
Meaning when I was older, I’d go and teach those less fortunate than us in England
At 16, I started the academic process
Where to go to college
And what to study
So one day I could become the teacher I’d always wanted to be
And at nearly 17, 12years on from where this all started
I now think I’m madder than ever
Wanting to be a teacher, mum and wife all at one point during my life
But I’ll chase my dreams until they become reality.
Author notes
" I am your future "
Not sure how well this flows or if it's a good write....
Published on AP: Feb 9 12:19 PM
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Comments
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I love it!
I want to be an english teacher, also. Nice dream that you are working towards. I liked its form and flow.
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Like you, I have wanted to be a teacher as well. I really like the form of this poem, and especially the words you chose.
You are an amazing writer, and I am more than certain that your dreams will become reality. Best to you in teaching, motherhood, and being a wife.
hugs,
Lauren
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great write. i like how you built it up to a climax
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It's not often that a dream remains the same from childhood to adult. Mine did too, but I wasn't fortunate enough for mine to be realized due to bad circumstances. I hope your dreams come true! Great writing! I enjoyed it. Thanks for entering my contest. Good luck. It's an honor to have you show your work here.
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I think it's very good!
Got a little glimpse of your dreams
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its great
a really good write here, and you can achieve your dreamx if you keep trying.
Whatever you want to do just keep at it and don't let people stand in your way.
Keep writing,
Holly. -
A very nice write here sweetie. It's so nice to see that you have a goal in life. I'm sure that you'll get all the things you want out of life.
Keep up the good work.
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A wonderful write here and I really enjoyed reading this! Keep soaring high hon you can be what ever you want as long as you put in the effort
Thank you for your entry and good luck !
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