I was not allowed to stay until 12 yesterday. I am not allowed to watch the film I wanted to. On Monday I was not allowed to buy a tennis ball. On Sunday I was not allowed to go to the pop concert. I am not allowed to go out with Tom. I am not allowed to speak over the phone long. I am not allowed to read in bed. I’m afraid in a year I will not be allowed to speak aloud. I will not be allowed to bring my friends home. I will not be allowed to go to the disco. Oh, Mum, answer one question, “When will I be allowed to think for myself?”