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This is inspired by Deb M's poem, 'Share a Little of You,' posted today, Jan. 5. I think it's a great idea. Take a peek and see what you think. I'd love to read some more like this. ~ gw

Growing up, I was 'muy macho' (from eating Cheerios, instead of Nachos) My younger sister thought she was faster than me Well, I'd show her -- Ha, ha; he hee We raced across two front lawns into an empty lot We bet five dollars on the race to sweeten the pot I took off like a rabbit, I wanted that five dollars bad At the empty lot, I looked back to see what chance sis had She'd given up, the money was mine At which time --- I ran into a rockpile, turned my ankle, started to cry Pictured my friends' laughter: You're faster than your sister ~ you 'muy macho' guy

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Date: 1/6/2024 11:31:00 AM
The humor was excellent, but I am worried about your ankle. Rivalries can be dangerous.
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Date: 1/5/2024 8:29:00 PM
You won the race and that's what really matters (lol) Ahh. to be young again. Happy New Year, Gershon. Stay well, my friend ~Road Runner
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/6/2024 8:04:00 PM
Right, Charlie. I knew you had your head screw on right. Winning IS everything! ~ Vince Lombardi
Date: 1/5/2024 5:54:00 PM
Lol, this was cute Gershon, but sad at the same time! There is quite the lesson in this tale, don't look back until you reach the finish line before you count that win, sort of like the lines in the old song warn " ...never count yer' money when yer' sitten' at the table there'll be time enough fer countin' when the dealin's done..."
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Date: 1/5/2024 5:34:00 PM
A humorous tale, my friend.
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/6/2024 8:09:00 PM
Glad you like it, Jerry.
Date: 1/5/2024 2:48:00 PM
The mindful turtle won against the hasty hare! A good old tale retold. Machismo is not always a good "go to". Nice job Gershon!...ab
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Date: 1/5/2024 2:17:00 PM
oh my, Mr. 'muy macho!' The result reminds me of my mother's phrase, "everyone gets their comeuppance sometime." Still, it makes for a funny story. Have a splendid weekend, Sara
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/6/2024 8:10:00 PM
Believe me, Sara. I am muy, muy macho! ~ Sam's Son

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