Good luck to teens

When you've been to your doctor so often

That you've read all the magazines

Try to schedule your next appointment

With the latest invasion of teens.

This invasion is nothing to worry about

No matter how crowded it seems

As these eager young warriors file in and out

They're here not to join gangs but teams.

They're here to get doctor's approval

To take part in sports at their school

But they first have to take care of studies

And then comes the court, field or pool.

How depressing to pick up a paper

And read of teen crimes on the street

How refreshing to see these young people

Preparing to meet and compete.

Let's not allow "Win or Loss" records

To deflate nor inflate their pride.

Let adults and fans be supportive

And remember how hard they tried.

Well the magazines stayed on the table

As I watched passing shorts, jeans and skirts

My waiting time passed really quickly.

I passed the time reading T-shirts.

Good Luck to all. Have a great season!

Jacque Patrick

Tamaqua