Grounding by Luanne Castle

 You are grounded if you don’t stay in bed after your 7:30PM bedtime.

You are grounded if you get up before 6:00AM, especially on Christmas morning.

You are grounded if you don’t eat all your breakfast cereal and sausage.

You are grounded if you are late for the school bus.

You are grounded if you left your pajamas on the floor.

You are grounded if you miss the school bus at 3:00PM.

You are grounded if you say shut up or talk back to your mother.

You are grounded if you aren’t home in time for supper.

You are grounded if you don’t finish your lima beans and liver.

You are grounded if you didn’t bring home homework.

You are grounded if you don’t finish your homework before 7:15PM so you have time to brush your teeth and wash your face.

You are grounded when you slide into bed at 7:32PM.