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The Last Page

A distinct disadvantage to not looking one's age Young'uns don't see any signs of decay But believe it or not The body's changes to rot Young'uns won't get it till they're on the last page © Jack Ellison 2015

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Kp Nunez

Date: 4/17/2015 6:51:00 AM

Uh...what page are we looking at then...? But it wil be a long way to go...right Jack? You sure CPAP is fully functioning? HUgs at ya! :) Kim

Jack Ellison
Date: 4/17/2015 7:22:00 AM

Finally getting used to this CPAP contraption! It was a struggle... I look like a damn alien with it on! LOL! Love and hugs, Jack xxx

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 4/17/2015 12:48:00 AM

A fine limerick with a more serious tone. I like your work because it gives me lots to think about. And others just make me laugh, and its really nice. I know I will always be a fan of your work. I can never stop at one. Always, Laura

Jack Ellison
Date: 4/17/2015 7:04:00 AM

Believe it or not, once in a blue moon! You are the sweetest, my dearest Laura... where have you been??? Love, Jack xxx

Carol Eastman

Date: 4/16/2015 10:23:00 AM

Now Jack... We just slow down... and our interests change to more inward... Remember... We don't want to scare the young un's(Wink! Wink!).... R.I.G.H.T...

Jack Ellison
Date: 4/16/2015 2:21:00 PM

That's the secret to life... just s-l-o-w d-o-w-n! Hugs, Jack xxx