“Unless: The Unexpected Twist That Will Change Everything You Thought You Knew”
When we think about the rollercoaster of life, it’s hard not to ponder the wild ride of having young parents. What does it truly mean to grow up with them—those fresh-faced guardians who often feel more like siblings? The sweet joy of their presence can be overshadowed by a chilling thought: what if they’re taken too soon? The opening lines of this poem strike a chord, tapping into both the bliss of youthful companionship and the jagged edges of that lurking despair. As you delve deeper, you’ll encounter reflections on aging that ripple with irony, like how the young seemed older but somehow cycled back to their youth. It’s enough to make you squint through the lens of a child’s kaleidoscope, questioning the nature of age, attachment, and the humor in how we often underestimate the weight of loving relationships. Strap in—this piece invites you to look closely, to ponder, and perhaps to chuckle at the fleeting moments that shape our existence.
LEARN MORE.The best thing about having young parents
is they’ll be with you through a lot of your life
unless they die young
which is the worst thing about being young.
