Jack Ellison Poet Rhyme

Ain't Retirement Grand

I wake up at 5:30 most mornings
Before the sun has a chance to rise
Head for the bathroom as fast as I can
To get rid of yesterday's Mai Tai

I let out a great big sigh of relief
As I wipe the gunk from my peepers
Stand in front of a full length mirror
Like Tarzan, in my trap door sleepers 

I sure am ruggedly handsome, methinks
Could even grace the cover of GQ
That's if they publish a special edition
For overweight, balding yahoos

Maybe I'm being too hard on myself
I've still got a surprise up my sleeve
Like running a mile in two hours flat
Great feat for old guys to achieve

Here's the crux of the matter my friends
It's something I sadly must share
Try all your life to take care of yourself
You'll still wind up old with no hair

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Mark Hughes March 4, 2024 at 10:47 AM Oh the ravages of time, how it takes a toll on one's physical being! Well done Jack! Jack Ellison March 4, 2024 at 10:55 AM Mentally and physically my friend! Can still write though!!! Thanks for dropping by Mark!

Daniel Henry Rodgers March 4, 2024 at 8:39 AM Dear Jack, What a hilarious and relatable portrayal of the joys and challenges of retirement. Your witty observations and humorous anecdotes create a scene of the daily routines and musings of retired life. Your lighthearted approach to topics like aging and self-perception is refreshing and endearing. Thank you for sharing your delightful poem and reminding us that retirement is indeed grand despite its ups and downs. - Blessings, Daniel Jack Ellison March 4, 2024 at 9:51 AM My retirement years have proven to be challenging at best but for most of my life I'd give it an A -plus!!! Sure appreciate your daily comments on my so-called attempt at poetry LOL Thank you my friend Daniel!