An Argument For Childhood Obesity
Surprising that parents find it okay
Serving unhealthy portions of all slop:
Pizza and soda and cookies each day,
But wine, beer or spirit—touch not a drop!
A taste will make a criminal it's thought,
And sex, well sex: those nasty thoughts must stop!
But boy, such joy: count your calories not!
Girl, unfurl! Give growth to that muffin-top!
It's clear there's a difference among sin,
As it's best not to teach moderation.
Safer to continue putting food in,
Than to expose gently to libation.
In childhood be fat, holy not thinner;
In college become that drunk, sexed sinner.
Comments
That is too precious. Especially with the picture.
Posted by: Patrick | September 23, 2006 4:01 PM
Ah nuts, I just realized I missed an entire stanza. Well, time to revise :)
Posted by: Jordan Husney | September 24, 2006 2:13 PM
Okay, I've added the missing stanza. I think it adds more *weight* to the issue.
Posted by: Jordan Husney | September 24, 2006 4:28 PM
Oh, poor children surrounded by flies;
Just remember to finish your quarter-pounder and fries;
So poor, so cold, with your hats and your mittens;
Because for you fast food has replaced the old soup kitchens.
Posted by: Owen | September 24, 2006 11:25 PM