the older we become

the more insignificant a two dollar note becomes.

the harder it is to open our mouth in the classroom.

the further we run (away) from our parents.

the more we play hide and seek.

the shorter our memory span becomes.

the more we play with fire.

the softer our screams; the louder silence becomes.

the more intangible our needs become.

the tighter day-dreaming and dozing-off binds themselves into our daily lives.

the faster passion is replaced by fashion.

the more afraid we are of water.

the harder it is to wave/ greet/ appreciate.

the less yes we say to strangers; the more no to friends.

the quicker colours fade to monochromatic shades of grey.

the longer the list of friends; the less we know of them.

the less we bother to understand.

the more afraid we are to sleep alone at night.