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A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To the Fitness Center

A funny thing happened on the way to the fitness center
six months after my New Year's resolution to get thinner

It seemed a good idea then to start a program of exercise
Now I'm thinking this is thinking I need to psychoanalyze

The Take-It-Off notice says my time will soon expire
I assume they are aware I don't plan to perspire

Nevertheless I put together my best workout outfit
I'm on my way but I have to say I'm just not feeling it

My, oh my, there's a Starbuck's a few blocks away
A shot of caffeine should help start this exhausting day

I'll just go in... Could that be? Yes, it is! My good friend
I haven't seen her since I don't even remember when

Yes, thank you! I will join you... with a donut and a latte
Oh no, you're not keeping me... I can workout any ol' day

An hour later I'm driving home sipping on an ice mocha
I start thinking that tomorrow I really should try yoga


June 28, 2018


A Funny Thing Happened on the Way Contest by Robert Haigh
Sixth Place

Copyright © Susan Gentry | Year Posted 2018

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James Inman Date: 6/28/2020 1:06:00 AM Enjoyed this very much, you put a smile on my face. Since this virus I have gained soooo much weight. Ugh! Login to Reply

Michelle Faulkner Date: 7/24/2018 1:56:00 PM Back to wish you congratulations on your well-deserved win! Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 7/25/2018 2:58:00 AM Thanks, Michelle.

Tom Cunningham Date: 7/23/2018 6:42:00 PM Congratulations Susan. Tom Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 7/25/2018 2:57:00 AM Thanks, Tom.

Eve Roper Date: 7/11/2018 10:41:00 PM Enjoyed reading , Susan , luck in the contest. Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 7/12/2018 8:48:00 AM Thanks, Eve.

Michelle Faulkner Date: 7/10/2018 3:03:00 PM This is so me, really enjoyed this, good luck in the contest! Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 7/10/2018 8:38:00 PM Thank you!

Tania Kitchin Date: 7/3/2018 8:44:00 PM Awesome poem, I could see myself doing this! Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 7/4/2018 2:43:00 AM Thanks, Tania! :)

Gershon Wolf Date: 7/2/2018 7:21:00 PM Love those last four lines, Susan. Who can't relate to them?! Good luck in the contest. Best wishes, Gershon Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 7/3/2018 8:06:00 AM Thank so much!

Charlie Smith Date: 6/30/2018 9:37:00 AM The most physical part of my workout is trying to convince myself to work out. Good one Susan... Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 6/30/2018 2:51:00 PM I hear you. Thanks. :)

Caren Krutsinger Date: 6/30/2018 8:21:00 AM I love the way you master the rhymes at the end; it seems flawless to me. Good luck in the contest. Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 6/30/2018 2:50:00 PM Thanks, Caren. :)

Lyric Man Date: 6/29/2018 5:00:00 AM Hi Susan.. I certainly enjoyed reading your interesting poem this morning. I hope you'll take the time to let me know your thoughts on my latest write. Blessings! Login to Reply Susan Gentry Date: 6/29/2018 6:47:00 AM Why thank you! I sure will. :)