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Baby's First Flight

If so inclined with reservations Amniotic baby will float on water Just around the corner of a smile Embryological y correct you could say Adequately enclosed in fluid aquatic Practicing goo goo and gaga for mommy Clothes would be nice Naked is better A hotel will suffice Is this a room with a womb? With an ashtray to steal? With a balcony overlooking tomorrow? A window to parachute out? A room with a view would be nice Where's the glasses and ice? Where's the towels and mommy? Umbilical ready for birth Thumb in the mouth for security Cord is secure according to Forbes Don't want to bounce off the walls Not exactly a Wall Street journey It's baby's first flight out

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Date: 5/21/2019 7:15:00 AM
You do amaze me with your original, creative, clever way. Captivating piece Earl. Have a lovely day! mo
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Earl Schumacker
Date: 5/21/2019 4:25:00 PM
Hi Maureen, I truly appreciate your comments and the fact that you enjoy my works. I think that you understand how I try sometimes to install a lot of stuff in a small place where there is no space to make it work. This poem tries to hover (with a lot of matter) above the subatomic level and it has now taken on a life of its own. After all, it is baby's first flight out. That is all that matters. Have a wonderful day. Take care, Earl

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