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UNSCREW

I am feeling fraught, And, stupid too, I don't know what to do. I need to open a screw-top bottle, Which I am about to throttle. Bottle tops and lids on things Also, those with tin pull rings. Exasperate me. I feel useless when I buy Parcel that I can't untie Tags that are too small to see That should open the cling-wrapped purchases easily. To button up a shirt or blouse That used to take seconds It could take hours. Time is of the essence, So it's said Then there is another saying, "You are a long time dead" It must be my thinking that is askew. As I furiously shake the bottle, That I can't unscrew!

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Date: 11/9/2023 12:59:00 PM
Reminds me of a poem I wrote entitled, "These Hands" I love this one because I can easily relate. You're still a beautiful young lady to me:) Be well!
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Date: 11/9/2023 3:34:00 AM
Real life poetry with that unique wonderful Shirley humour! Love it….Debx
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Date: 11/9/2023 1:11:00 AM
You need patience. I know the troubles one finds when trying to open something so tightly screwed. Choose wisely. Blessings.
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Date: 11/8/2023 3:29:00 PM
Priceless poetry, Shirley. It would be very funny if I didn't know that it is so true for many of us. :-) Thanks for sharing your poetry with us, my friend. Hugs, Bill
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