Listen to the teacher

We learn lessons every day,
Often, these lessons do not stay
In our thoughts long,
Temptation strikes like a gong,
And lures us away
From the lessons taught every day.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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December 10, 2023 at 6:49 PM
Ha, ha! I like your analogy to a gong, Shirley. Seems that we live in a 24/7 version of the old 'Gong Show,' with good old Chuck Barris, who will be 'right back with more stuff.' ~ The Unknown Comic
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December 9, 2023 at 7:06 AM
You are so right, young lady. We humans are very slow learners. Merry Christmas! I hope you are well. Don't see you around much:(
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December 9, 2023 at 6:34 AM
A catchy number Shirley about life lessons ….nice write my lovely Shirley. I miss you and your poems so much!! Debx
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