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Heater and Hand and Heros--Oh My

A new day began, I sprained my right hand! Then my furnace decided to "give up the ghost" Neighbor brought friend who would understand; soon, room became as warm as toast. then it stopped dead--all was lost my muse and I were doomed to frost. Two electric, space heaters running twenty-four/seven! It was twenty at night--temp's winter hat doff. My electric bill was reaching toward the heavens My muse preferred to scoff while my toes were freezing off! Probably Monday, a new one he could install. It would cost one THOUSAND--I needed some air! Opened my door, found my son standing tall! A guy with tech background, drove here to share. I needed a hero, and he was there! My muse and I needn't despair. Aren't sons and daughters a wonderful plan! They will help with gusto and style. And hero neighbors lending their helping hand! Faulty solder fixed; the heat will soon beguile. My hand needs a brace for a while; and my muse? I saw a tiny smile.

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Date: 1/27/2023 12:06:00 PM
ANNE, Just knew you would create another clever poem. Your son was bound and determined to be your "fix-it" man. I wonder how he became so educated and smart and clever and kind and loving? You are deserving , Enjoyed your interpretation Thx, suzanne
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Ann Peck
Date: 1/27/2023 2:54:00 PM
Thank you, Suzanne! You had to listen to my complaining--thank you for that! All three sons are that way, Kevin not so much with computers, but all have good heart--like your sons!
Date: 1/26/2023 4:13:00 PM
I really love this Ann…especially the cute last line!! Debx
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Deb M
Date: 1/26/2023 5:29:00 PM
Well you did a mighty fine job….you must of needed a cuppa after that! Ha…A good son you have my friend! Debx
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Ann Peck
Date: 1/26/2023 5:00:00 PM
Thank you, Debx! I typed poem with left hand--it was hard! :)
Date: 1/26/2023 2:36:00 PM
So glad to hear things worked out in the end. Nicely penned Ann. I hope your hand mends quickly? Sending healing thoughts and hugs your way :-)
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Ann Peck
Date: 1/26/2023 5:03:00 PM
Thanks so much, Anne! My son drove from his winter nest in AZ, about 350 mi. I hope there's no tiny broken bone...
Date: 1/26/2023 2:10:00 PM
What a creative write. Have a fun day..............
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Ann Peck
Date: 1/26/2023 5:07:00 PM
Thanks, Paula. I wrote it mainly to thank my son and neighbor.

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