Modern families have evolved in American society that at one time was largely heterosexual with the man being the head of the home. They presently consist of the straight, gay, interfaith, interracial, married, and cohabitants, sharing the responsibilities in their homes.

Modern families have taken shape 

After all of these years

They are a mixed breed

With many characteristics

- – -

It is not like the past

When the man was 

King of the castle

Where his wife labored

With the children

And he brought

The bacon home

- – - 

Modern families are straight

Others are gay

Some are interfaith

Others are interracial

Some are married

Others are cohabitants

- – -

However, many couples  

Are working these days

They both share

The responsibilities

Of raising the children

- – -

They do the housework

Cook, clean, and wash the dishes

Drive their children to events

Have friends with similar values

Develop support systems

On which they can rely

- – -

They take care of themselves

Try to eat right

Exercise as often as they can

Go on vacations together

Keep attuned with their faith  

They basically tend to be happier

In a more diversified America

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Comments (11)
  • Rosettaartist1 on Jul 17, 2011

    so true

  • mphsglo on Jul 17, 2011

    Very nice and so very true.

  • yellow rose on Jul 17, 2011

    Unfortunately, many do not realize that the modern family is not a problem, but “modern” lifestyle. Good share.

  • Dreamy777 on Jul 17, 2011

    Very awesome post

  • sambasivarao on Jul 17, 2011

    A poetry with very ooriginality.

  • neopisiva on Jul 17, 2011

    Modern families are so much better than the ones from the past…:) Good poem!

  • Cyni1106 on Jul 17, 2011

    Yes, modern times are the new generation and the best is yet to come. Thanks!

  • SharifaMcFarlane on Jul 17, 2011

    Good one.

  • article on Jul 18, 2011

    nice poem … very well presented

  • Cassle Tang on Jul 19, 2011

    Sometimes it makes me happy to see that people are actually wise enough to deal with different perspectives of other people, but sometimes I do think that all these freedom should be accompanied with proper responsibilities. Your poem really makes me to think about this. Great job!

  • juliachild on Aug 12, 2011

    Good share…

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