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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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Date: 3/4/2024 10:47:00 AM
Oh the ravages of time, how it takes a toll on one's physical being! Well done Jack!
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Jack Ellison
Date: 3/4/2024 10:55:00 AM
Mentally and physically my friend! Can still write though!!! Thanks for dropping by Mark!
Date: 3/4/2024 8:39:00 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
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Jack Ellison
Date: 3/4/2024 9:51:00 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!

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