AMANDA
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Amanda!" is a poignant poem written by Australian author Robin Klein. The poem highlights the common conflict between parents and children, focusing on the strict control and constant nagging that young teenagers often experience. It portrays the inner thoughts of a young girl named Amanda, whose mother continually gives her instructions-such as not biting her nails, sitting up straight, finishing her homework, and cleaning her room.
To escape this overwhelming environment of rules and restricted freedom, Amanda retreats into her vivid imagination. Throughout the poem, she imagines herself in various figures of absolute freedom and tranquility: a peaceful mermaid gliding through the ocean, a carefree orphan wandering the quiet streets, and Rapunzel living peacefully alone in a high tower. Ultimately, the poem underlines the crucial need for children to have space, creative freedom, and open communication rather than excessive nagging.
Don't bite your nails, Amanda! Don't hunch your shoulder, Amanda! stop that slouching and sit up straight, Amanda. (There is a languid, emerald sea, where the sole inhabitant is me- a mermaid, drifting blissfully.). Did you finish your homework, Amanda? I thought i told you to clean your shoes Amanda! ( I am an orphan, roaming the street. I pattern soft dust with my hushed, bare feet. The silence is golden, the freedom is sweet.) Don't eat that chocolate, Amanda! Remember your acne, Amanda! Will you please look at me when I'm speaking to you Amanda!
(I am Rapunzel, i have not a care; life in a tower is tranquil and rare; I'll certainly never let down my bright hair!)?
Stop that sulking at once, Amanda! you're always so moody, Amanda! Anyone would think that i nagged at you Amanda! ?
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