Appointments

When we were young we’d go for weeks
And nary a doctor we’d see.
But now that our senior years have arrived
Seems that hardly a moment is free.

Appointments accumulate day after day -
It’s hard to keep them all straight.
The dates and the times all mix in my head –
Is tomorrow my eyes or my weight?

My calendar says my dentist I’ll see -
'Twas Friday I’m sure that he said –
But his office just called to tell me - oh no!
I should be there this morning instead.

The heart doctor wants me on Tuesday PM,
The same day I’m due for a scan.
The neurologist gave me a change in my date
To a day that I have other plans.

Although I’m aware that my age is advanced
I’m still walking and feeling just fine.
So why am I in this ridiculous state?
Maybe your guess is better than mine!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Leffanta Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 11:48 AM
I thought my annual check-up was supposed to be this morning, but have not received a reminder from the doctor's office, so perhaps it isn't. Better to die in peace than in pieces . . . . .Enjoyed!
Peckham Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 1:40 PM
I appreciate your comment and your feelings. We do de[end on those reminders. I have gone to the doctor a week early by mistake!
Bauer Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 12:57 PM
i can relate to this one 100%, barbara! well done!
Peckham Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 4:06 PM
Thank you again for reading and commenting.
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