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An Old Story
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An Old Story |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States 
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An Old Story By Larry Chadwick I liked to tell a story, That involved an old guy. Liked to tell it often, As the years kept passing by. It was time to tell it, One more time to repeat. As I got to the part about the old guy, I paused and started to retreat. I liked the story still, But altered how it’s told. It’s amazing what you think, When you’re the one that’s old. January 22, 2002 |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Not old... aging like a fine wine...sweeter with time  Youre as young as you feel Larry...and with your, sensitivity, wit and sense of humor...you got lots of time  I'm like a broken record that you can play ... |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Larry--Janet Marie is always right...listen to her! |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
JM, Well the guy was forty-two and I told the story for twenty-two years about the old guy that was 42. Then...well you know. It was then I realized...he never was old.  And by the way, those are pretty tall compliments which you may want to reconsider. Martie, Keep up that advise and you'll always be right. [This message has been edited by Larry C (01-25-2002 12:40 AM).] |
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doreen peri Member Elite
since 1999-05-25
Posts 3812Virginia |
*sigh* i love you hehe |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
dor, Holy Cow! Back at ya' babe.  Been to #17 lately? |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
I really liked this one, Larry... It reminds me of the reason why I won't watch the movie "Dr. Zhavigo" I saw it for the first time, on the first anniversary of my first marriage...in 1966. In the movie, Rod Steiger was an old man. Then I saw it again on TV, a couple of years ago...and he looked younger than me. Thats when I realized that in 1966, if I had looked at the person I am now...I would have thought I was looking at an old lady.... which all goes to show... Age, like beauty...is in the eye of the beholder.  copyright2002 Lyra Nesius |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Lyra, So...in light of the moral of this little tale. Tell me again why you can't see Dr. Zhivago. And by the way, this beholder thinks you look great! |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Wisely said, Larry! Everytime I tell a joke about an old guy I can see my listeners trying to hide a smirk, like "pssst, what the hell's he think HE is???" OUCH!!  |
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Greeneyes 
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
Larry~ AGE is just a number....wonderful write my friend... Lauren~ Tomorrow's another day and I'm thirsty any way so bring on the rain [This message has been edited by Greeneyes (01-25-2002 09:45 AM).] |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Balladeer, And neither one of us would go back! Lauren, Exactly the point! Thanks sweetie. |
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sodpossom Senior Member
since 2001-06-15
Posts 723N.C |
Very cute and clever.Sure am glad I'm not old.Even though it is my number one goal in life.Old seems to be better than the alternative. |
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amigo Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 520the earth school |
Old is gold At times... I am told..So, be all bold Never be cold.... good write, Larry.... |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Larry darling boy, YOU could never be old, not ever, One of my favourite sayings is you’re only as the woman you’re …… emmmm with. That’s cleaned it up. But truly you’re surely just a spring chicken, you don’t look old to me at all. not in the least This is wonderful utterly utterly wonderful, YOUR writing is always superb whether you’re writing comedy or love. Why do I love your writing soooooo much I don’t know I just do it’s so refreshing so full of Joie de vivre YOU are a wonderful writer. Terrific poem and such a fun read   Love and warm stuff As always Mushy  To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace St John ch2 v1 |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
That is a lovely compliment, Larry... Everyone tells me I look really young for my years but I know how old this grandma is and if people knew the truth, they would see me as being as old as I really am.  In answer to your question........ In 1966, when I first saw Dr. Zhivago...Rod Steiger was probably younger than I am now... thats why I can no longer watch that movie. copyright2002 Lyra Nesius "poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks [This message has been edited by Madame Chipmunk (01-25-2002 02:44 PM).] |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
HAHAHA Larry you are never old. Think young, stay young. LOL this was great, FloriaFloria |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
  (big huggsssssss) Oh Larry, you can never grow old, for we will always be young at heart and the beauty of innocence and joy will always shine in our hearts as we spread our love everyday! (sigh) We all love you so much, sweet friend, you are a delight to us all! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Larry, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Mellow Larry Mellow! Not old at all. Keth Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Sodpossum, That's one of my lines! LOL Beats the alternative...Thanks. amigo, In case you weren't sure...yup. LOL Thanks. Thanks Mushy, I'm half way to 104. But you know, I've never felt old or thought of myself as old...but look around. I've seen people my age that make my age look ancient. I've seen people my age that act in ways that make my age look ancient. Not me babe, it's never too late for a good childhood! Lyra, So back to your point...if it is in the eye of the beholder, well you get it! And your welcome. Should I say your age, cause I have been paying attention to your posts and think I know! :eeks: floria, I'll never be old...ever! LOL |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Noah, I feel as young as you, so I'll be okay! Keth, Okay...mellow I have to think mellow.  |
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