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Flapping My Gums

A wise old owl this duffer's become
Trying to appear brilliant, flapping my gums
At times what comes out
Gobbly guk creating doubt
Bout the power of my brain or am I just a bum

Copyright © Jack Ellison | Year Posted 2017

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Patricia Cresswell

September 30, 2017 at 2:20 PM

No you are a wise person with a humourous outlook. Doesn't do to take anything too seriously.

Patricia Cresswell

September 30, 2017 at 9:55 PM

PS. except love and that is the only thing that is important! You are a loved person Jack, wife, family and we your friends. (almost forgot that bit)

September 30, 2017 at 3:08 PM

"Doesn't do to take anything too seriously" Well no problem then!!! Old gigglepuss here!!! xxx

September 30, 2017 at 12:54 PM

You are not a bum lol

September 30, 2017 at 3:06 PM

So nice to hear my good friend! How are you this fine day?

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