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School Days |
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Wanda Member
since 2001-10-23
Posts 461 |
School Days When I was a child and going to school Attending a one room school was the rule We had lunch buckets, no hot meals Everyone walked; no one had wheels We lived in the country a quarter mile Mom would give us our lunch and a smile See you this afternoon, come right home Don’t act silly along the road, and don’t roam There were those days, try as we might When coming home we’d get into a fight My older sister tried to keep peace We’d make it home rumpled and creased Mom would always be able to tell If one of us happened to miss the bell If we got into trouble at school We could not expect she would be fooled I often wondered, “Did the teacher call?” When we got home there was this deadly pall Somehow Mom always knew With us she also knew what to do.. Good grades were expected at our home Tests were gone over with a fine toothed comb Lame excuses were not accepted you see There was no need to whine, no need to plea Each of us knew what was expected Laziness in school work was never accepted Sometimes I reflect on those days gone by Thankful school days in the past do lie Written by, Wanda L. Reu 8/24/01 |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (sigh) Oh my gosh, I know how exhausting it can be! (sigh) While I write poetry a lot, you'd be suprised at how much I do outside of that; write calligraphy, act in drama, edit a journal, write research papers, paint, sculpt, make Powerpoints, and even teach children. (sigh) Such memories fill your wonderful words, sweet friend! (kiss on cheek) Have a beautiful day, sweet friend! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Wanda, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Startime Member Ascendant
since 2000-10-03
Posts 5918Canada |
*giggling* me too. They are wonderful memories but I wouldn't want to live them over again. This poem is absolutely delightful and I love starting my day with it. **hugs**  Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams. |
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Wanda Member
since 2001-10-23
Posts 461 |
Good morning Noah; Those were special days for me, as I am sure yours' are for you. But, they were busy days, and I am happy to not have to return to those days. I hope your day at school goes well today. Thanks for the reply to this poem. Wanda |
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Wanda Member
since 2001-10-23
Posts 461 |
Good Morning to you sweet Karen; So, you remember days like these too. There are times I wish I were younger, but not with the responsibilities of going back to school. Thank you for your reply. Wanda |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Wanda...I will never get tired of reading this or any of your poems....Lou liked this one as well. Thanx. |
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Wanda Member
since 2001-10-23
Posts 461 |
Good Evening Magnus; I am glad you enjoyed reading this once again. Give my best to Lou. Wanda |
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