Brand New Joints

If I must run for my life, I’m a dead duck These old worn-out hips will give out quick Time came when my arthritis was undeniable When I walk now, I hear my knees click. I’m thinking I should consider replacements Those newfangled techniques are superb, I saw an old lady with brand new hip joints Kick an unwitting purse snatcher to the curb.
Written September 4, 2022
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Flood Avatar
September 7, 2022 at 12:35 AM
Love this, Milt, particularly that final line. The best thing to do about clicking knees is to walk in time to your favourite tune. Works even better if each knee has a different tone! ;-) Terry
Hankins Avatar
September 7, 2022 at 8:00 AM
(chuckling) I suppose so, Terry. Keep the rhythm!
Krutsinger Avatar
September 6, 2022 at 2:41 AM
I would have loved to have been that old lady but I have my own hips and knees, so I know it was not me. A fun read!
Hankins Avatar
September 6, 2022 at 8:41 AM
(chuckling)
Tor Avatar
September 4, 2022 at 8:01 PM
Lol. My brother went to NYC and had one of his knees replaced. He did his research and picked one of the best Doctors to perform the surgery. The surgery went well but he found out that after surgery he was told that he might not be able to run. My brother was a little upset but in time everything worked out. Today Milton there is so much technology, they can just about replace everything on the human body except maybe the brain. This Light Verse of yours was a Favorite the ending was great...
Tor Avatar
September 5, 2022 at 5:52 AM
lol...
Hankins Avatar
September 4, 2022 at 9:34 PM
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Michael. I got a "kick" out of the ending myself.
Cunningham Avatar
September 4, 2022 at 9:57 AM
Lol love the last line Milton , I've known many Who've had hip replacements and didn't regret having it done. Got home last night in the early hours, the dreaded night flight, and of course to make matters worse it was delayed grrrr. Tom
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September 4, 2022 at 1:03 PM
Flying is such fun, isn't it? LOL. Glad you got home safely and hope your trip was a memorable one.
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