It Happened

Soft lullabies from my mother’s lips were exchanged for

Stranger’s wild and well known music

I don’t know when this happened

Fun dinner table conversations turned into

Frustrating argumentation about my future

I don’t know when this happened

Chasing after butterflies transformed to

Catching feelings for the wrong guys

I don’t know when this happened

Birthday celebrations with cake and milk now are

Beach parties with a wide range of wild beverages

I don’t know when this happened

Simple clear lip gloss became

Sexy matte red lipstick now takes its place

I don’t know when this happened

Forever friendships withered into

Farewells that remained final

I don’t know when this happened

Camping trips with the family were traded for

Casual sleepovers with friends

I don’t know when this happened

Basic wardrobe decisions switched to

Bold and complex outfits that made statements

I don’t know when this happened

But it happened and I wish it hadn’t.