ITS' A DIFFERENT WORLD NOW

It's a different world now than it used to be.

There was a time when it would be.

That a man was a man.

Now it could be, It's a woman you see.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

If you were black, you would not be free.

The white man was boss and the black man his slave.

Some still lived in caves.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

The parent was the boss and children listened.

Now the parents obey when their children whistle.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

The parents ate first and the children later.

Now the parents are the children's waiter.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

We all sat down and ate around the table.

Now they are all spread out, depending on the cable.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

We walked to the school, the shops and the hall.

Now we drive to the mall.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

the husband worked hard in the field or the dross.

Now the wife is at work.  She is the boss.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

It was quiet and peaceful. No noises around.

Now, no matter where, there are sounds.

It's a different world now than it used to be.

But the question you ask yourself.

Is the world better now with Ipads and TV,

or are we less free?

Vibeke Lindhardt 2012