My mother always warned me about things like
how not putting on sunscreen is bad, smoking is
a disgusting habit I should never take up, and
drinking too much causes liver damage.
My dad always warned me about how wearing
shorts while riding a dirtbike was a bad idea,
opening your eyes under saltwater will burn
them, and climbing trees with weak limbs
will ensure I come crashing down to the ground.
My nana always warned me not to run around
barefoot in her yard because of the bees, always
wear a helmet when you ride your bike, and to not
belly flop into the pool because it will hurt.
The thing is, they never warned me about you.