It's Time For a Change
It’s time again to change, by hand,
that ancient sign at FBC.*
I volunteered twelve years ago
to do this duty frequently.
I’ve kept my word. The messages
displayed are always apropos,
but aging has affected me;
I struggle reaching that top row.
When temps are very low or high;
sign changing’s an unpleasant chore.
Numb fingers fumble awkwardly,
and streams of sweat, I can’t ignore.
A brand-new sign that’s digital
is coming. Operating it
will be done from a comfy seat
INSIDE, and I won’t mind a bit.
Although I sometimes shun the new,
convenience I will not decline.
Hail digital technology
for saving me from that old sign!
*The First Baptist Church where I’m a member.
February 24, 2022
entered in the Let's Explore Digital Technology Contest
Sponsor: Simon Rogerson
Copyright © Janice Canerdy | Year Posted 2022
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