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Seating Arrangements

When growing up, we had our seats Around the dining table. We knew where everyone belonged – We didn’t need a label. Within the car, the rules applied; The window seat was mine. The youngest got the middle seat – He’d dare not try to whine. As an adult, I’m still the same – I like the seat I’ve picked; In classrooms, lunchrooms, or the car – Usurpers I evict. Some people just don’t understand. They think I’m dictatorial, When really, it’s within my genes To be quite territorial. We all have quirks, and one of mine Is choosing where I sit. It’s juvenile and just a tad Obnoxious, I admit. But since it means a lot to me Most people seem to yield, Perhaps enjoying someone else’s Craziness revealed!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 9/24/2012 5:43:00 PM
Hi Ilene - This brings back fond memories of when I was growing up. My husband and I also have various rules in our household even today. Your poem is to the point and so honest...so insightful. And because of that, I enjoyed this poem a great deal!
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Date: 9/21/2012 12:24:00 PM
Once again, great descriptiveness and appropriate rhyming. Good job Ilene.
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Date: 9/21/2012 4:59:00 AM
Thank you for sharing your writing with us Ilene. I enjoyed reading it this morning. Have a wonderful weekend. Love, Carol
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Date: 9/21/2012 1:56:00 AM
wow a wonderful expression of what u want for u and only u Ilene .. great rhyme to enhance the content .. having a large family with 5 rambunctious sons we all hd a designated place to sit .. even TV time lying on the floor .. so enjoyed this creative poem luv ..
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