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Goody Goody Gumdrops

Goody Goody Gum drops, It was an expression of delight When children saw this treat Their eyes lit up like stars at night The inventor Murray Taylor Concocted this ice cream treat That was bubble gum flavoured ice cream Filled with gum drops. What a treat. Over the years, Goody Gumdrops lost its favour, But the expression Goody Goody Gumdrops It is an adage of delight for us all to still savour.

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Mike Gentile

Date: 9/26/2022 3:56:00 AM

Shirley, you brought back such memories for me with your confection of delight! Haven't heard that in years and really enjoyed it this morning!! Happy Monday and happy belated birthday!!

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 9/26/2022 4:17:00 AM

Thank you, Mike. I am surprised and pleased that so many people remembered it. How lovely that you knew my birthday was on 26th September. I am 85 today; my birthday was made even happier by your kind comments. Happy Week to you, Mike, Take care. Shirley

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 9/24/2022 5:14:00 PM

I forgot about this sweet and funny childhood saying Shirley, thank you for the reminder!! :) <3

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 9/25/2022 2:30:00 PM

Thank you, BJ, for your welcome comment. Isn't it amazing that many of us remember such a simple saying? Take care. Shirley

Rico Leffanta

Date: 9/23/2022 11:48:00 AM

I remember "Goody Goody Gumdrops" describing the vicar's wife, or a spoilt brat, as gumdrops were a terrible sticky mess! But enjoyed your poem! Aloha!

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 9/23/2022 5:44:00 PM

Thank you, Rico

L Milton Hankins

Date: 9/23/2022 8:20:00 AM

Oh, how I remember hearing this when I was a kid. Thanks for bringing it to mind, Shirley. I remember we also said it sarcastically when someone got what was coming to them. I never really thought about its origins. Thanks.

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 9/23/2022 5:47:00 PM

That's right, Milt. The expression on the face showed what interpretation applies.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 9/22/2022 10:53:00 PM

Yeah! This one went 'out' a long time ago. Kind of like 'Good and Plenty,' 'Bit o' Honey,' and Pez Dispensers. Great stuff!

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 9/23/2022 5:51:00 PM

It's Weird how things are brought to mind out of the blue, like old sayings etc., isn't it, Gershon.

Deb M

Date: 9/22/2022 9:47:00 PM

I haven’t heard that in so long Shirley….that took me back to simpler days! Lovely! You should compile a book for your family and grandkids Shirley….your poems are so versatile….interesting to every walk of life! You tell me to do it but you should do also….I think that would be so beautiful for your family. Debx

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 9/23/2022 6:02:00 PM

Lovely simpler times, for sure, Deb. My poetry is not poetic enough for most tastes; I, like you, am in awe of some of the poetry I read on soup. I appreciate your support and encouragement, Deb. Take care, Old Duck X

Deb M
Date: 9/22/2022 9:48:00 PM

Soup mail coming your way next few days Sweet Soul Shirley xx