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Clutz Shopping

My list is all done, I stand in the kitchen and stare. To the Supermarket I'm off, It feels like a dare. The very thought of that place, brings a chill to my bones. Walking up and down Isles with all the other drones. The parking lot is my first bad indication, as I reverse park the van causing other drivers indignation. Really everyone! have some patience if you please. They're all itching to get past, like a dog scratching fleas. I don't believe in using trolleys, a basket will do just fine. Just a few things to get. Ooh, don't forget the rice wine. Now my basket is full and I haven't quite finished yet. The milk under my armpit is all slippery and wet. Both arms are full and I can feel the strain. Standing in line at the checkout and my strength starts to wain. Squeezing a bit tighter, I just need to hold on a little more. Then that bag splits and apples dance across the floor. A kindly lady, (with a trolley!) see's that I'm in need. Picks up the apples, including the one squeezed with my knees. As this drama unfolded, I became suddenly aware. The milk under my armpit went off like a flare. When the milk was unleashed, she copped it full in the face. I quickly turned away, giving the man behind a little taste. The poor lady stood horrified, milk dripping from her hat. I couldn't help but say, "Do you want Milo with that?" Soggy groceries in hand, at home I arrived. A stoic look on my face, only I knew was contrived. The wife unpacked the bags, said, "The milk isn't here" Oh, I must have forgot, could you go back for me dear?

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Date: 10/12/2017 4:53:00 PM
Oh my what a comedic trip. Something from Lauurel and Hardy. It engendered fond memories of Saturday matinees with those two buffoonish it all over the screen.. thanks for the memories!
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Old Man Emu
Date: 10/14/2017 4:39:00 PM
Ha, loved them guys! thanks Patricia.
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Patricia Cresswell
Date: 10/12/2017 4:54:00 PM
the word is buffooning
Date: 7/7/2016 3:28:00 AM
Too cute mainly because it is so true. Too often I get to the store for "just a few small things" and end up needing a big cart. Go in intending to spend 10 or 20 and end up spending 50 or 80. Great job. It made me smile. God Bless and thanks for your kind words on my "NATURE". Been gone awhile and just got back to my puter
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Date: 6/21/2016 1:52:00 PM
That's the way, just need an item or two and then...
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Old Man Emu
Date: 6/21/2016 10:51:00 PM
Ha, maybe you should have written this for me.
Date: 6/20/2016 1:30:00 PM
Sounds like some of my shopping trips when I thought I just a couple of things and ended up with too much to carry. Reading this put a smile on my face. Thank you for sharing it. 8-)
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Old Man Emu
Date: 6/20/2016 3:28:00 PM
Thanks for the visit and review,Yvonne.
Date: 6/19/2016 7:49:00 PM
Craig: I suppose everyone that reads it laughs for a bit different reason. Young folks may have seen it happen, middle aged folk fear it may happen and older folks can remember parts of what happened. :o) Thank you so much for sharing that wonderful tale with all of us on the soup. Keep them coming. oldbuck
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Old Man Emu
Date: 6/20/2016 2:00:00 AM
Ha, you are right Buck, I just know shopping isn't for me. Too many choices. I remember when the grocer used to come to our house and look in the cupboards to see what we needed. Usually only baking goods, mum made just about everything
Date: 6/19/2016 7:04:00 AM
ha ha ha great humourous write Craig - even after reading your poem I still prefer food shopping to clothes shopping anyday:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 6/19/2016 3:01:00 PM
quite right Jan, I will change it thanks.
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Jan Allison
Date: 6/19/2016 7:04:00 AM
cant soup mail you - I think you mean aisles rather than Isles:-)
Date: 6/18/2016 8:26:00 PM
Hahaha! My kind of humor! Well done!
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Old Man Emu
Date: 6/18/2016 10:45:00 PM
Thanks for the visit and review Mike. Regards, Craig
Date: 6/18/2016 7:36:00 PM
I enjoyed this and I can relate. It was light and humorous Craig. I have seen guys doing almost that in the super market. : )
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Old Man Emu
Date: 6/18/2016 8:09:00 PM
We are not good shoppers Connie. Thanks for the visit.
Date: 6/18/2016 6:14:00 PM
Very true x well described excellent poem I love the rhyme Not just saying it x it's true x I enjoyed the fun x easy to read Good humour x
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Old Man Emu
Date: 6/18/2016 7:30:00 PM
Thanks for the visit and your kind review Wendy. Regards, Craig
Date: 6/17/2016 6:39:00 PM
Funny and good imagery here, I could just picture all of the apples and milk spilling all over the place!:)
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Old Man Emu
Date: 6/18/2016 4:53:00 PM
Thanks for the visit Cheryl. Regards, Craig

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