Comment from Mrs Happy Poet

Excellent

Yes this is well written my friend such a good feeling comes through in this poem with good rhyming I enjoyed well done regards Jill

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2013

Thanks for the read Jill. I am far too busy with work to spend much time here, but will jump back in with the winter slow down. - Wendy

Comment from SaluteDobby

Excellent

If only adults would let kids remain kids a little longer. They have the rest of their lives to worry about mundane stuff, why not let them have their share of fun?
Nice poem, told from a child's POV. Unique rhymes, smooth flow and concise.
All the best with the contest.

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2013

Thanks so much for the thoughtful review.- Wendy

Comment from Terror2s

Excellent

This made me smile and was delightful to read. What a good reminder that childhood is a time to play for when your an adult you can work each day. T2

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2013

I'm so glad for giving you a smile. I agree with my kid, there is far too much time being responsible later on in life. - Wendy

Comment from Sueellen11

Excellent

This brings back my childhood days how we all wished to be grown up, until we got there, great entry into the contest, good luck, blessings, sueellen

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2013

Thanks for the read, review, and good wishes. - Wendy

Comment from NadineM

Excellent

This is a cute poem! Loved the rhythm and flow. Great imagery throughout!
Loved the line:
"(There's waaaay too many rules to learn!)"
Well written and presented, this poem is a strong contender in the contest! Best wishes!
Thanks for sharing this with me.

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2013

aAnd thank you for taking the time to read and review it when it pays poverty wages. - Wendy

Comment from McMurry903

Excellent

This is a wonderful poem! Superb use of rhyme throughout. Very fun and relatable to kids of all ages. I enjoyed much and wish you the best of luck in the contest!
Brian

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2013

Thanks so much for the read and review. I am glad you enjoyed the rhyme - I am a bit stuffy, but I love pure rhyme. - Wendy

Comment from Sally Carter

Excellent

Wonderful, Wendy! This is such fun.
Of course I love all the mischief that our subject gets up to. The tennis shoes for brakes is inspired; it's a familiar thing, but outside the usual "naughty" deeds one's come to expect in a children's poem. I could see the action, hear the sound, and almost smell the burning rubber!
"So way back now" is another wonderful phrase. Very, very clever, and something I imagine children would love playing around with in their heads.
I haven't read the entries in this one. Better get over to the booths...
Yours,
Sal

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2013

Thanks so much Sally, I do love to try to think like a kid again plus, my own children were into enough mischief to keep me in poems for years. - Wendy

Comment from rhymelord

Excellent

Dear Wendy,
Just too delightful. Just as kids' poems should be. Good strong simple language in strong iambic tetrameter and rhyming couplets and a simple expression of naughtiness which appeals to us all. Good luck.
Reg

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2013

Thanks ever so milord. I think I enjoy writing the kiddie ones the most, but try to write them so that adults will have a good time sharing them with their children. I'm glad you enjoyed. - Wendy

Comment from Warren Rodgers

Excellent

Wendy, this is so adorable and in perfect meter and rhyme. That's no surprise from you but still commendable. Your poem has the perfect tone and language for a kid. I love how your opening takes us forward and your closing couplet brings us back. I'm not sure you need the quotes around disrupt the class but maybe I'm over-looking something. I kinda like the idea of only allowing members with less than 100 fans.
All the best,
Rodger

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2013

Thanks so much Warren. I'm not on FS much these days. This has been a very busy summer season for me- thank God - and I haven't many spare moments to write or review (or sleep for that matter). But, I can never pass up a kiddie poem prompt. I love to write them. I suppose with "disrupt the class" I was trying to portray the teachers disapproving voice. Since you are not the first to note it, I think I'll pay attention. - Wendy

Comment from Deborah Marie

Excellent

Virtual sixer! Just love the photo and the way this is written. Clever use of wording for impressive imagery. Nice progression, rhythm and flow. Good luck, Deb

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2013

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2013

Thanks so much for the read, the review and the good wishes. - Wendy