I'Ve Caught a Cold

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Thanks to Paul Callus for inspiring me to write this poem. My cold couldn't come at a worse time - my lovely dad is currently in Hospice for respite and I can't visit him:-(

Sneeze, sneeze, sneeze, sneeze Oh I wish my sore throat would ease Razor blades of pain are shredding my throat And I’ve got so much snot I could launch a boat My nose is as red as Rudolph’s and it’s oh so sore I’m feeling achy and miserable this cold I simply do abhor My temperature is high – I’m having a hot flush I look a terrible mess; my hair is in need of a brush Guess I will have to smile when hubby says I’m ‘hot’ Good job he loves me whether I look a wreck or not Jan Allison 21st October 2014

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Date: 10/22/2014 3:17:00 PM
hate nasty colds great write and use of imagery hope it was short lived also thanks for kind comment on my poem I changed title to you been chomped lol keep up great writting
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Date: 10/22/2014 3:27:00 PM
Thanks for dropping by Stella I hope for a miracle thatit disappears quickly as I cant see dad in Hospice and I go on holiday next week. Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/22/2014 9:25:00 AM
lol... creative picturisation of one of the most depressing moments of life... :P
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Date: 10/22/2014 12:33:00 PM
It's the fact I can't see dad Angie its so so so hard:-( Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/22/2014 4:19:00 AM
bless you jan hope it clears soon
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Date: 10/22/2014 5:56:00 AM
Oh me too Liam it breaking my heart not to see dad:-( Hugs Jan xx
Date: 10/22/2014 3:11:00 AM
I too have a cold. Great write. Hope you get over it quickly.
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Date: 10/22/2014 3:23:00 AM
Oh Maurice I am so sorry I hope you are feeling better - my real issue is not being able to see dad in Hospice - I've found that so so difficult. Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/22/2014 2:23:00 AM
So sorry to read that you're not feeling well at all lately, Jan. Wish you well, poor baby, Ill be praying for your swift recovery and for your dad as well. Colds can be such a bummer. Take good care of yourself meanwhile, my dear friend. Sending you hugs! Love and light! xxx D.
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Date: 10/22/2014 2:43:00 AM
Thanks Dorian I'm just feeling frustrated and sad I can't see dad:-( hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/21/2014 8:37:00 PM
Praying that you get well soon, Jan. Sounds like a bad one with a temp and all. Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 10/22/2014 2:42:00 AM
I've felt better I must say lol - just frustrated i can't see dad but at least I can ring. Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/21/2014 5:48:00 PM
I'm sorry to hear that Jan. I hope you can get better real quick so you can be by him. Get plenty of rest. XOXO
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Date: 10/21/2014 5:53:00 PM
I feel so bad at letting him down Brenda, but I can't risk seeing him until it is gone:-( Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/21/2014 5:47:00 PM
Do try this magic potion: "Sneeze and wheeze to scare the geese, and I'll do just what I please" :) Get well soon Jan:) Hugs // paul call(u)s
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Date: 10/21/2014 5:51:00 PM
Thanks Paul - sorry I must amend your name I spelled it correctly then amended it :-( Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/21/2014 5:41:00 PM
Oh that sucks to have a cold like that, I hope you recover quickly so you can visit your dad. Love you humor chicky. :) hugs...or not hugs if you are contagious, when you're better, then hugs xxx
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Date: 10/21/2014 5:46:00 PM
Hubby passed it to me so I'm happy to share Cas lol ... but not with dad:-( Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/21/2014 5:38:00 PM
sweet Jan ..Do have some honey with warm water for the troath dear.Your hubby is a wise cookie ..and your humour is fantastic queeee : ). : )Get well sn.
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Date: 10/21/2014 5:44:00 PM
Yes thanks :-) I've had some honey and lemon too Charmaine:-) Hugs Jan xxx
Date: 10/21/2014 5:27:00 PM
lol...Your hubby is one smart man...get well Jan....hugs Tim
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Date: 10/21/2014 5:31:00 PM
He's the one who gave me the cold Tim - I am so fed up as I need to spend as much time with dad as I can:-( Hugs Jan xxx
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