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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana 
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I know that things have changed a lot Since I was a small child But just today I encountered A noise that drove me wild! An institution I revered Has modernized its ways. A quiet refuge from the noise No longer - not these days! I was stashed in the library Alone and deep in thought But then this mariachi band Destroyed the peace I’d sought. I guess I must have jumped a foot My focus shot to hell By the third “Vaya con Dios” I glared them such - as well! A plaza stretched outside the door I wished these minstrels there Instead of interrupting snores (And this ole grumpy bear!) Now with frozen margaritas Or cervezas to drink I would have welcomed their strumming But I needed to think! Librarians used to spend time Silencing and shushing But now they cater to a crowd Hurrying and rushing. Browsers are few and far between Researchers use the “net” Just how far from my memories Will these libraries get? If I’d just had a rubber band (Perhaps I’m just a grouch) I’d have aimed for an open mouth - Aye-aye-aye-aye-aye-OUCH! |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Suthern - You really need to write more - This is soooooo true... I absolutely love it... Next we'll hit on proper attire for attending church - hats on the girls and not on the boys, etc.... LOL... This is excellent..  |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Belle - Great story line, and terrific conclusion - lol. You are such a great story teller. I suspect Toerag got his start by trying to copy you. |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Suthern this is great! Love that rubber band line! Go get em suthern!  |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
LOL! You tell 'em, Suthern girl! Next time when you go to the library sneak in some of that Cajun kickapoo juice and have a little library libation..then noise will soon go away.....great to see you! |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
ROFL Suthern! Wonderful ... what a sight! Terrific description, I was there with you all the way through this wonderfully picturesque verse. What ever happened to the good ole days, LOL??? Great poem, much enjoyed!  Best wishes, /Kit |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Suthern~ My goodness ... where you at my library? This is adorable. It's so enjoyable to have you posting more. Keep it up ! ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Nan: My commentary on church attire might disintegrate into a bashing of my brother-in-law (but that would be fun... and well deserved! *G*) Not too long ago, I (very politely) asked my nephew to remove his baseball cap when we were in church. His Dad jumped down my throat and told me I was being ridiculous... so it's not hard to wonder why so little respect is shown... or why I chose to not accompany them anymore. *S* Thank you for your kind response... it means a lot to me! LJA: Not a chance, scallywag!!! *G* On the contrary, if I write anything good, I learned it from Toe! *G* (And you thought I was following him around and watching his every move just because he's so dern gorgeous??? LOL) Dovey: Don't tempt me.... more. *G* Balladeer: Now that would work! *G* "Library libation"... I love the sound of that! Kit: I'm still shaking my head and wondering. *G* Marge: That was YOU racing me to the exit?? LOL Thank you all so very much. Your comments are greatly appreciated! *S* (Unlike the mariachi band... *EG*) |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Excellent and I also love the rubberband in the end. I needed a good chuckle this morn and you have given it to me. aye aye aye aye ouch....ROFL |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Suthrn, This is wonderful writing. I also wish you would post more. Got a good laugh this morning Liz |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Suthern LOL, What a great way to start my morning. I loved the graphic images in this library poem. Kethry "It is the image in the mind that links us to lost treasures; but it is the loss that shapes the image, gathers the flowers weaves the garland."- |
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Local Rebel Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-21
Posts 5767Southern Abstentia |
lololol... auntie... you're a gem... and can I have some of that cajunkickem juice too??? you were talking about tabasco weren't you deer??? -- |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
SHHHHHHHHHH! You're making a little too much noise , I can't hear myself think . Oh wait, I can't think anyway.... Carry on!!!! Great little commentary Suthern . Doc |
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Corazon Senior Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 1209 |
oh no this one had me rolling, we get bombarded by those too......specially this time of year (fiestas) and I share the exact same sentiments......with or without the margaritas lol..... aye aye aye ouch.........rofg great poem |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Thank you, kind poets... very much! *S* Mark, Elizabeth, Kethry, Corazon - I'm glad this brought laughter and smiles into your day... I owe you much for all the times you've brightened mine! *S* LR: Sure, I'll share... but be warned that we southerners have more than one way to spice things up! LOL. Glad you liked! Dr. Moose: That lack of thinking might be my problem too... but I won't admit it. LOL. Thank you! |
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The Lonely Stranger Member
since 1999-06-18
Posts 361Upstate, NY, USA |
< I’d have aimed for an open mouth - Aye-aye-aye-aye-aye-OUCH!>> I volounteer [standing] for the rubber band brigade. can I be the sniper in charge of high school kids who think it's social hour ???? |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
suthern--I enjoyed this look into the book lined walls of your thinking place...now sing!! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Lonely Stranger: Sure! *G* Recruits are welcome... especially if your aim is better than mine. *G* Martie: You REALLY don't want me to sing... that would be an unbearable racket! *G* (Even my cats cover their ears with their paws when I "help" Saffire sing the blues! LOL) |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
There's nothing worse than noise when all you seek is some peace and quiet! Great poem, Suthern!! I especially loved the ending!! Denise |
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