Yakety Yak (Don't Talk Back): Poems by Libby Falk Jones

A collection of poetry by Libby Falk Jones which reads as a field guide for growing up as a southern lady.

Don’t talk back.

Don’t ask questions in Civics class or you’ll have to do a report to answer them.

Don’t learn to type or you’ll end up being a secretary.

Learn to type and/or teach school before you graduate from college in case you don’t manage to get your M.R.S. degree and have to support yourself (at least until Mr. Right turns up).

In music class, if you can’t carry a tune, stand next to someone who can and sing very softly or just mouth the words.   

Lose gracefully.  If you lose to a boy, remind everyone that no one, including you, expected you to win.

Be quiet in class, in the library, and while walking to the cafeteria.

Raise your hand for permission to speak.

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