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Freezer Jeans

Levi Strauss suggested That we wash our jeans too much. Machines waste so much water And we use them as a crutch. The company wants us to know That cleaning them’s a breeze. You don’t need suds or washers, You just pop them in to freeze! That’s right – the freezer, which will help To take away the smell. I really wonder if that tact Would work out very well. It’s hard to picture, nestled Next to ice cream, bread and ice, My unwashed jeans and all because Of corporate advice. I’ll take my chances that the earth Will not run out of water; And I’ll keep washing by machine Just like I think I oughter. ‘Cause sometimes good intentions, Though some people they’ll appease, Will have most of us just cluck our tongues And utter loudly – “Please!”

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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Date: 11/7/2011 8:37:00 AM
ha! I have never heard of putting jeans in the freezer. I guess if you had one of those huge ones people keep in their basements it might work ok, but otherwise, where is the room? it is hard to imagine! fun fun write! love it :)
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Date: 11/3/2011 11:02:00 AM
I enjoyed reading wonderful your poetry today Ilene. I am hoping for the inspiration to write something special. Thank you for sharing your writing with us and have a wonderful day. Love, Carol
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Date: 11/3/2011 12:02:00 AM
Tooooo Funny!!! Really freezer? What will they think of next? Loved your rhyme.. Big smile :-)
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