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Granny and Fred Astaire
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Granny and Fred Astaire |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
She mumbled that she was Dancing with Fred Astaire But when I arrived at her place It was only her Fridgidaire She moved around it as though She was Ginger to her Fred Holding onto the handle Some tune playing in her head We knew the time was coming When old Granny would surely crack She’s lost it for sure this time Now there’s no going back I called the local old folk’s home To see if they have some space For granny and her all stuff To move into their place They said they needed to evaluate If Gran is in her right mind I told them to come right away To see what they would find. They arrived, pinched of face, Ready to proclaim Granny whacked Dressed all in gray they appeared Prepared to be attacked. I pointed them in the direction Of the kitchen where Granny danced Holding the handle of her white fridge Hearing music she was entranced They watched her for a moment Until she seemed to notice them too Then she stopped her dancing Long enough to say ‘how de do!’ “What are you doing” they asked her as she held onto her Frigidaire ‘I’m living out a fantasy I’m dancing with Fred Astaire!’ At that they two just smiled my concern seemed out of place and then it was that I saw the smile on Granny’s face Who’s to say what should make us happy? Can’t we be Ginger to Fred Astaire? And what’s so wrong with following a beat To dance with the Frigidaire? |
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garysgirl  
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Nothing's wrong with it.... Nothing at all, sweet Sharon  This is delightful. I love it.  "Love makes the world go around" ~~with love and hugs from Ethel~~ [This message has been edited by garysgirl (12-28-2002 12:11 PM).] |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Poet deVine A wonderful and amusing write, very enjoyable. |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Dear Lady deVine...Extreamly enjoyable... made me think of my own grandma... a little ol' lady of 93 who is still able to chase great-grand children around the yard. I really like the sentiment of this piece. Thanks for sharing |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
I’m living out a fantasy I’m dancing with Fred Astaire!’ YAY! Go Granny Go! This IS great Sharon. keep em coming. Maree  |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
I love this, and it is so true. On occasion I do something odd (dancing around, rare) and my grandchildren just shake their head. Such fun... Warm regards, Pat  ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Ah...and I only dance with my broom! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Sheesh I dance with door frames all the time, and they stay put when night falls  Sharon, that was cute but guess what I danced with my fridge door for a long time until I got a layout in the kitchen where I couldn't go wild. I am sending this to my Aunt who will understand why immediately. Oh, and I loved this. May a handshake, smile, kiss or a hug be the best present you give or receive this year. |
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Poet deVine
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since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Thank you all for reading and replying! The beginning of the inspiration for this story goes back to when I was a teen. I worked in a diner in my home town. Across the street was a used furniture/appliance store. It was a hot summer day - really beautiful as only Michigan can be...the diner wasn't busy so after I did my chores, I looked out the window and saw the parttime worker across the street. He was dancing with a big white refrigerator. Right there on Main Street!!! He was having such a good time, it made me smile. That moment stuck with me. I've made my own nonsense moments over the years - even danced with my own fridge! For me, it's freedom. Freedom from staid society rules. Yesterday someone told me I was 'weird' for doing something nonsensical. I told them about dancing with my 'frigidaire' and it inspired this poem (what else rhymes with Frigidaire but Fred Astaire?). I'm glad you liked it!! Now go out there and do something weird!!! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
cute...I'm giggling...and thinking about doing something weird |
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Sandpiper Senior Member
since 2002-06-15
Posts 738land of flora and fauna |
*smiling*...this is priceless, and knowing the background makes it all the more enjoyable!! "And it was at that age...Poetry arrived in search of me...And something started in my soul." |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
I love this, and I am going to go do something crazy right now. Thanks. Sandra |
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wranx Member Elite
since 2002-06-07
Posts 3689Moved from a shack to a barn |
But? Have you ever tried to "dip" a refridgerator? That's when it's time.... Ed |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
OH mannnn....this is cute, hilarious and some of the replies...simply add to the humor... Nicely done Sharon... |
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Andrew Scott Member Elite
since 1999-06-24
Posts 2558Redlands,CA,USA |
Came back for a re-read and thought it should go back to the top. The Crayon King dancing with the frig, if you will. |
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Nan
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since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
LOL - Very cute - Now we have to assess this properly - The mere fact that it's a "Frigidaire" is a dating factor in its own right... I recall having a "Westinghouse" when I was a kid... It's when we start dancing with the old "Ice Box" that we really need to worry...  |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...I think millionaire rhymes with Fred Astaire...James |
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Fred Hobbs Member
since 1999-06-08
Posts 329Tallahassee, Florida, US |
How good of you to write this It's really quite a piece Now I don't feel so foolish That my broom's named Cyd Charise Happy New Year! fh |
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Diane Coway Member
since 2002-08-01
Posts 61USA |
LOL...nice. I enjoyed this very much. Reminded me of my grandmother. One day when I called to check on her she was telling me horrid things that had happen to different people. I asked, who these people were, did I know them? I had to laugh, for it was the people on her soaps that she looked at. If I remember correctely it was The Guiding Light. Have a wonderful new year!!! Hugs. |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Ok, Fred...you know, and I know, who Cyd Charisse is, but a dollar to a donut, not many others will...huge grin at THAT line! |
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winston Member
since 2002-12-19
Posts 204NW of Eden |
A great read all the way through. Thanks. "am a tourist not a terrorist, don't shoot, cause we are all on a journey to God" Michak |
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lucky Senior Member
since 2000-01-17
Posts 1601Idaho |
at least you don't have to teach frigidaire how to dance, but I should talk it over with mirror. . . . he knows everything. lucky dale Speaking of ghosts, and after such an eternity. . .wouldn't you know, here comes mine again... |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
Sharon~ This gave me a smile on many levels. Not only did I enjoy the humor, but this also reached in and touched my heart. This speaks loudly, Sharon...and I heard. Hugs, ~Vicky "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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