As time all-to-oneself is good
But not all children now can claim
A special friendship from childhood.
With all our gadgets and Smart phone
Our virtual world is full of 'friends'
But switched off, we feel quite alone
Silence breeds depression trends.
Is this the paradox in play?
As normal human links fall short
Fewer family meals today
Togetherness more rare and fraught?
All the young now have a phone
To keep in touch via mini-screen
But keyboards really can't atone
For the loneliness of modern teen.
Was it better in the past
When group activities were shared?
Love blossomed on the dance floor fast
You met up knowing someone cared...
All progress has a darker side
Outdoor sports show a decrease
Millennials like to stay inside
And, worryingly, become obese.
(c) Poet in the woods 2018
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