You.

• Sophie Carter, Grade 11
• Poetry
• 2018

Good morning.
I am here today to inform you that
As a young member of the 21st century (a very elite club, mind you)
You have a list to which you must comply
Failure to do so will result in a distinct lack of social interaction.
Firstly (and most importantly)
Your personality traits are probably heavily misguided,
Therefore attempting to imitate your peers will help you blend in nicely.
Secondly, work very hard to gain a high level of education,
But don’t expect a decent job at the end of it.
Finally,
You may expect to constantly feel an acute sense of despair and depression
Try not to succumb to this, although
If you do, don’t worry
Because there are 7 billion people out there to replace
You.