Lean Times

Lean Times
When times are lean and mean I have to conserve
I rely on pocket change in reserve
Like pennies, dimes and quarters
Times like these I might loiter
Anything to fill my tank and preserve
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
June 18, 2010 at 9:48 AM
Yes, so true! Congratulatiosn, Marie.
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June 13, 2010 at 4:43 PM
So much truth in your words. Congratulations on your win in the contest. Enjoy your honor. Wishing you many more. Thank you for your kind comment. Karen
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June 13, 2010 at 9:28 AM
true that! Congrats on your win!
Fraser Avatar
June 13, 2010 at 4:10 AM
Many congratulations on your win in Carolyn's contest Marie >> James
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June 12, 2010 at 9:01 PM
Congratulations, Marie on your worthy poem's success in the contest. Agape, Moses
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June 12, 2010 at 8:51 AM
Congrats Marie on your HM in the Limerick contest with this wonderful write... so enjoy your special honor today.. with luv.. Linda-Marie..
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June 12, 2010 at 8:46 AM
These are indeed lean times, Marie, and the cost of gas is outrageous. Congratulations on your success in the contest. Love, carolyn
Mehta Avatar
June 11, 2010 at 7:26 PM
Nice thought . Good luck in the contest
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