A Birthday Party

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Sometimes, events organised by friends or family don't work out for you. Never mind, just smile. They have the best of intentions.

A Birthday Party Today's my birthday and There's a party and a band. It's such a jolly time Except I don't feel I'm Ready for fun and games And learning people's names. I'm being pressed to eat Things savoury and sweet. There's trifle down my frock, This evening's such a shock. I'm just not in the mood To contemplate this food. I s'pose that they mean well And I must never tell How I really feel, Be grateful for the meal. Oh look, a glass of wine! Now that will do just fine. Another one or three, That always works for me, It'll blur the jolly scene And make me feel quite mean. The music's much too loud, I don't know half this crowd, That man and microphone Should have stayed at home. But I'll put on a show And then they'll let me go. A tear, a sob and more, Remember Lesley Gore: It's my Party and I'll cry if I want to, Cry if I want to, Cry if I want to, ...................

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Gary Bateman

Date: 8/29/2016 7:32:00 AM

Hello Elisabeth!! Very well-done. The refrain from Lesley Gore is legendary. All the best. Cheers, Gary

Elisabeth Sheaffer
Date: 8/31/2016 11:39:00 AM

Thanks Gary. Much appreciated comments.

Aurelius Beak

Date: 8/28/2016 7:54:00 PM

Alas, have I seen times like this one ,, so blue like the best and worst feeling

Elisabeth Sheaffer
Date: 8/31/2016 11:42:00 AM

It's always nice when people care enough about you to make plans but they don't always get it right. Never mind. It's the thought that counts.

Tom Arnone

Date: 8/28/2016 7:52:00 PM

I like your writing style, Elisabeth. Good rhythm and rhyme in humorous time. :-)

Elisabeth Sheaffer
Date: 8/31/2016 11:43:00 AM

Thanks for your kind comments Tom.

Alan L Boles

Date: 8/28/2016 5:26:00 PM

very nicely done

Elisabeth Sheaffer
Date: 8/31/2016 11:43:00 AM

Thanks, Alan.

Daniel Turner

Date: 8/27/2016 4:16:00 PM

This is a very entertaining and truthful write. Caught myself smiling at the glass(or two or three) of wine. If it is your birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Sorry no wine! really enjoyed reading this one.

Elisabeth Sheaffer
Date: 8/31/2016 11:46:00 AM

It's nice when people care enough to make a celebration so keep smiling.

John Fleming

Date: 8/27/2016 1:01:00 PM

Very nicely constructed, Elisabeth. For me you have summed up what those intrusive, annoying parties are all about! Blah!! :) Please accept my best regards, Elisabeth. :) john A much merited seven!

Elisabeth Sheaffer
Date: 8/31/2016 11:47:00 AM

Thanks, John.