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Response to Larry Chadwick's "When Did I Grow Old?"
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Response to Larry Chadwick's "When Did I Grow Old?" |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion 
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Yes, Larry, you're getting on in years, Though I notice you haven't yet grown a beard. And the twinkle in your eye? It's still there As is your wavy full head of hair. You're younger than me, you youngun whelp By a full two years, so I hope this helps, The advice I'm giving you is free of charge, Since I earned I give it to everybody at large. Those tunes you heard at the grocery store? In a few years you won't hear them anymore. And the group who's playing it? Society's woes! Just look at their hair and distasteful clothes! (Have I said "BAH!" yet? I can't remember, Another symptom of my nearing December.) As for mothers in the mall looking real fine In a few years you'll like blue hair like mine. And those coworkers who act completely shocked? Did you remember to wear your shoes and socks? As for those kids who drive way too fast, They're doing 40 in a 50 as they blow past. In a few years your 6-hour vacation won't end With less than 12 rest stops without your Depends. (Have I said "BAH!" yet? I can't remember, Another symptom of my nearing December.) You might rent a movie, but you won't get far, You won't know how to load it in your new VCR. As for coasters, sorry, there's back problem warnings, You're reminded of on your average mornings. New Years celebrations? They're a waste of time, It's better to be in bed by a quarter past 9. What in tarnation's that noise? You kids quit yer drinkin'! I'll call the PO-lice! What could they be thinkin'? (Have I said "BAH!" yet? I can't remember, Another symptom of my nearing December.) Larry, you're young by this old timer's measure, You've at least two more years you can treasure. Then you'll be out of your whippersnapper status, And join the rest of us as a geezer non gratis. [This message has been edited by LngJhnAg (01-04-2002 01:42 PM).] |
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Soleil Noir Senior Member
since 2001-12-19
Posts 688USA |
Ah, I've been told by sources who know that you cannot stay sweet for very long [I've seen proof!] and now here you are, in full pirate regalia... |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Dear Ms Noir person,....oops - I forgot what I was gonna write, but I'll bet it was gonna be good, by crackee!... oh yeah, I remember now.... If'n you don't believe every word I writ, then you jest go ask Meester BAL-LA-DEEEER. He'll tell ya what it's like! Hey - Time for a repost in Balladeer's honor! [This message has been edited by LngJhnAg (01-04-2002 02:55 PM).] |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
ROTFL, this is a good one, you scallawag. I'd be willing to bet Larry will have a good laugh, and thank his lucky stars that he is still a youngun! |
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Ariana Senior Member
since 2000-10-08
Posts 571Orlando, Florida |
A superb rendition of "You are not getting older, just getting better". We "experienced" folks are better anyway. I bet Larry will enjoy this as much as the rest of us are rolling on the floor. |
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Lorelei54 Member
since 1999-07-27
Posts 458 |
Amen to not getting older, just better... should I tell your secrets that you are not giving in to old age either and that even though you are in bed by a quarter to nine it's not because you are old? LOL keep writing sweetheart..I love you |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Like a fine wine, sailor... you're just aged to perfection. *G* I was thinking that your earlier bedtime seemed to coincide with Lor blessing your life when I read her confirmation of my suspicions... so you're not gonna get any sympathy. *G* But you will get my applause... for another poem well penned. Happy New Year, LJA & Lor... smooches to the both of you! *S* |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
ROTFLMAO LJA, Hey, I'm old enough to know advice is free because it isn't worth much. However, my mother taught me to treat my elders with respect. And you my friend are my elder. I don't care how crotchity you get...you'll always be my elder. LOL  [This message has been edited by Larry C (01-04-2002 11:03 PM).] |
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RosePetal
since 2001-08-26
Posts 2985South Florida |
 LOL...This is a great response to Larry's poem. I love that graphic in larry's reply hehehe You and Balladeer really are somethin else LngJhn! I enjoy you guys. (hugs to you and larry) RP |
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walker Member Elite
since 2001-02-11
Posts 2240Florida |
Real witty and funny. |
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