You were told to learn your times tables
I am asked how I would like to learn them
You were forced to work the farm
I am asked, and decide not to
You were taught to respect and never question
I am taught to respect, but always question
You did what you were told
I find something easier to do
You were scared of the frontline
I am scared of the dark
You wrote letters with months to wait
I update Facebook every ten minutes
You battled with dysentery, death and the possibility of defeat
I battle with depression
You got your left lower leg blown off
I got my nose pierced
You defended King and Country
I take self-defence lessons
You went to church with your parents
I go to my gay friend's wedding
You fought for Honour
I fight for freedom of expression
You were never given a choice.
I am given choices every day,
And still I can’t choose.
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