In the Bin

Time for a de-clutter , make some room
in drawers and shelves,
Feng Shui folk swear that it makes
one feel good about oneself.
These trainers from my glory days
of racing round a track
now swopped for orthopaedic shoes
that help my calves and back.
That old Blue Stratos aftershave
for attracting women faster,
all I need now is my Gillette G3
and a box of sticking plasters.
The medallion and gold chain can go
from nineteen seventy six,
as my Medic alert tag round my neck
will not pull any chicks.
The tight briefs from back when I had
ideas above my station,
replaced with baggy boxer shorts
for better ventilation.
And should God say my time is up
and kindly call me home,
he'll find that I shall travel light-
no more need for this comb!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Murray Avatar
December 12, 2018 at 6:44 PM
OMG...LOL!! I always thought you were an old man the way you carry on here Viv..So I got a surprise to see your birthday suit.
Dietrich Avatar
October 30, 2018 at 10:04 PM
hahaha, it got better and better and the end was hilarious. Love tihs, VIV
Duet Avatar
October 30, 2018 at 8:01 PM
LOL...funny poem! Love your humor.
Sergi Avatar
October 29, 2018 at 11:14 AM
I am at that age where I'm beginning to experience all the things you cited in your poem and as far as sex, I've reached Niravana! A truly great poem with all it's remembrances, Viv!!
Leiser Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 11:32 PM
lol ol! This is hilarious, Viv! I can totally relate :) Your self effacing humor is so good to read...like chicken soup for the soul! Thank you!! :)
Goff Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 9:40 PM
Am smilin' Viv, thanks!
Beaufort Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 9:36 AM
You nailed it sir. There are many changes that take place that require decluttering. It is really something what starts to sag!! You have a great sense of humor.
Bangalee Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 4:49 AM
nice // good humorous- That old Blue Stratos aftershave for attracting women faster, all I need now is my Gillette G3 and a box of sticking plasters.
Allison Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 4:11 AM
absolutely hilarious Mr Viv thanks for my morning giggle (that is apart from when I look in the mirror lol):-) hugs Jan xx
Laurie Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 2:52 AM
G'day Viv ... Yep, old father time has a habit of changing habits and one is your head growing through your hair - thanks Mate - Lindsay
Palli Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 2:40 AM
Love it! Amusing take on this getting old. I can relate.
Cunningham Avatar
October 28, 2018 at 2:39 AM
Haha loved it Viv, didn't have you down as a medallion man. Tom.
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