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An Ode To My Car

It sits there waiting Never complaining Like a devoted little puppy Do we really appreciate What life would be like Without this friend so trusty We take it for granted This mechanical friend Never showing appreciation We should let it know How we cherish it so Our sole means of transportation There once was a time In years gone by Long before the automobile We walked, we rode A bike or a horse Now just sit there at the wheel So treat this friend Like one of the family You will never ever go wrong Her engine will purr Her tires will sing A happy little motoring song! © Jack Ellison 2012

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Laura Breidenthal

Date: 9/18/2020 10:44:00 PM

Man I love my car. It was a lifesaver for me. When I got my first car I felt so free. This one's a cute one, especially the ending. Always, Laura

Jack Ellison
Date: 9/20/2020 5:13:00 AM

My first car... those were the days! Wish we could go around more than once! Hmmm maybe not! LOL

Vicky Tsiluma

Date: 12/4/2012 2:56:00 AM

Lovely Ode Jack! My aunt used to tell us,'don't come between a man and his car', a lesson she learnt the hard way when she tried to 'redecorate' her husband's car. Lol, the sweet man turned into a raving beast! Needless to say, she never repeated that mistake.

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/4/2012 5:34:00 AM

LOL! Us male men guys have a special relationship with our monsters on wheels! Love and hugs, Jack xox

Toquyen Harrell

Date: 12/2/2012 2:32:00 PM

Now, how do you know it's a she, Jack? Just wonder. So she takes care of you, huh? Lol. Mine too. Love ya, Toquyen

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/2/2012 7:03:00 PM

"how do you know it's a she"... hmmmm good question! Maybe because cars are always there for you when you need them just like your dear loving wife! LOL Love and hugs, Jack

Carol Eastman

Date: 12/2/2012 11:23:00 AM

My brother gets a truck and 400,000 miles later he's had two engines and swears it still purrs like an angel. The same with his motorcycles... My Dad keeps saying that when he dies he wants my brother Dale to get his cycle and truck so he'll finally have something hat runs... LOL

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/2/2012 12:51:00 PM

Your two guys sound like REAL men! I'm more of the artsy fartsy type! LOL I tripping on over to read your latest... I've been neglecting you! I'm sorry... big huggeroonies, Jack xox

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl

Date: 12/2/2012 10:34:00 AM

Sweet Jack, but the only car that meant anything to me was my very first one. I loved it to bits, rusty little bits xx

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/2/2012 10:47:00 AM

Being a man who likes to laugh, sure love your sense of humour Mandy! Big huggeroonies, Jack xox

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/2/2012 10:11:00 AM

Cute Jack, all the old cars and new cars salute you in fact they all honour you by keeping a JACK in their trunks.

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/2/2012 10:22:00 AM

Sounds a bit naughty to me, there Richard!!! LOL Have a great day!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 12/2/2012 6:53:00 AM

truth be told Jack luv .. my car is my special 'baby' would be lost without her .. nicely penned ..

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/2/2012 7:55:00 AM

In this day and age how can anyone survive without one! Thank you sweet friend, love Jack

Kash Poet

Date: 12/2/2012 4:46:00 AM

very nice poem on your car jack.Yes it is like a member of the family.Enjoyed the read.

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/2/2012 4:50:00 AM

Happy that you enjoyed my little ode to my car... thanks for dropping by with your comments, my friend! Have a great day, Jack