Changes Over Time: Some Limericks

What Is Happening?

I used to be svelte and slim

Full of energy and vim

But now as I age

I feel sadness and rage

As I see my vitality dim

How Did It Happen?

As I teen I could eat with no fear

My weight stayed the same every year

But having a child

Caused my scale to go wild

And affected my front and my rear

What I Do About It (1)?

I diet and watch what I eat

And often will turn down a treat

But for chocolate I’m tempted

It should be exempted

Why can’t I sometimes just cheat?

What Else Do I Do About It (2)?

They say I should have a workout

I’m sure it will help me- no doubt

But exercise’s tiring

Causes pain and perspiring

And leaves me feeling wiped-out

My Solution

I must diet and try to keep fit

There’s no other choice I admit

I want to be strong

For my life, short or long

So no matter what, I won’t quit