Dear pampered youth of America,
I have a straightforward request: stop the complaining!
Now, I know that saying “stop complaining” might sound harsh. Perhaps you’d prefer to express it in a softer manner, like this: “Dear little Ethan, please refrain from your moaning.” Or, “Sweet little Amelia, could you kindly limit your expressions of discontent?” But let’s be real; it’s complaining, and you know it.
Summer has arrived, kids, and it should be a joyful time for everyone. There’s no need to wake up at the crack of dawn to toast a pastry. You won’t have to bundle up in layers of fleece or stuff tissues in your pockets for that pesky runny nose. No more homework, tests, or cafeteria lunches that involve questionable spaghetti and chocolate milk because your parents forgot to pack you something decent.
It’s summer! So why the grumbling?
Bored, you say? I get it. Boredom is a common complaint. But let’s not forget how spoiled you are with ice cream, toys galore, and endless rounds of pool games. Is that not enough excitement? Can’t that keep you entertained for just a few moments? Why must today’s kids be in constant need of entertainment? Here’s a quick recap of my own childhood summers: one week in Florida, and for the other six weeks? Absolutely nothing. That’s right—nothing. No camps, no projects, no clubs. Just pure, unadulterated free time.
I may not have been busy, but I certainly wasn’t bored. I swam, rode my bike, caught bugs to entertain my younger cousins, crafted treasures from sticks and grass clippings, and indulged in slumber parties. I binge-watched TV until I dozed off, chugged Slush Puppies, and munched on squeeze cheese while chatting about boys and the latest “Ernest” movie with friends. That was living, not boredom.
Summer and the living should be easy. But nowadays, kids can’t simply enjoy a swim in the pool or practice a handstand. No! They need to gather a crowd of friends and spend excessive amounts at stores for floaties and pool noodles. They can’t just play baseball in the backyard; they require pricey camps to learn how to throw a curveball, which ultimately might end up breaking Mr. Thompson’s window.
And it doesn’t stop there. One slumber party isn’t enough; they need to invite five different friends over every night, or else it’s as if the world will end. Crafting? Forget making something simple with sticks; they demand elaborate kits stocked with supplies that cost a fortune.
What happened to just chilling out and enjoying summer? It seems like stimulation is the name of the game, and siblings don’t count as playmates anymore.
Let’s plan a beach trip! That should keep everyone entertained, right? We’ll create lasting memories and silence the complaints for a few days. Fast forward to day three—now the kids are upset because you won’t buy that ridiculous $25 dolphin snow globe. They’re grumbling about wanting corn dogs when the only option is shrimp poppers. They’ll complain about the heat, the sand, the length of the car ride, and anything else they can think of.
They stand on a balcony, gazing at the picturesque ocean and holding overpriced souvenirs, and yet they still find something to complain about.
Attention, young ones of America! You are part of the most spoiled generation yet. With your gadgets and gizmos, please—just for a moment—stop the complaining. At least until August, okay?
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Summary:
Summer is a time for joy, not complaints. Kids today seem to be constantly seeking entertainment, often forgetting how to enjoy simple pleasures. While it’s important to keep them engaged, let’s encourage them to embrace the freedom of summer without the need for constant stimulation.
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