Janice Canerdy Poet Quatrain

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

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Bill Baker March 1, 2022 at 10:44 PM God's reward for a job joyfully done, Janice. I'm a FBCer too. Bill Janice Canerdy March 6, 2022 at 11:59 AM Thanks a million, Bill! Janice

Rico Leffanta February 25, 2022 at 10:47 AM Enjoyed! I shall be glad when the pandemic ends so my granddaughter can visit me and show me how to re-set my TV, VCR, & DVD . . . .Aloha! Janice Canerdy February 27, 2022 at 6:04 PM LOL! Thanks so much, Rico. I can relate. Janice

Ilene Bauer February 25, 2022 at 10:16 AM I’m slow to adapt to change as well, but in this case, it sounds like it will make your life a lot easier. You’ve described this so well, Janice! Janice Canerdy February 27, 2022 at 6:03 PM Thanks so much, Ilene. Janice