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Lucky Man

Started a new diet yesterday Doc said I can’t keep living this way I’ve got high blood pressure and cholesterol He said I’m lucky to be alive at all Was rambling about my A1C Diabetic is where I’ll soon be My liver is just about to go AWOL I’m really lucky to be alive at all No more hot dogs, burgers, or a shake Fish and chicken can only be baked No potato chips, pizza, or alcohol Because I’m lucky to be alive at all Must stay away from bacon and pies No more of them McDonald’s French fries No Dr. Pepper, Pepsi, or Fireballs I guess I’m lucky to be alive at all I have to give up all sweets and fat They say no carbs is now where it’s at No trips to the fridge when I hear ice-cream call Well man, I’m lucky to be alive at all At dinner time I can only cry Still can’t believe that’s a portion size A piece of grey meat the size of a golf ball At least, I’m lucky to be alive at all Now I sit in the corner and bawl Too weak to walk so I have to crawl I take my shower propped up against the wall So tell me, am I even alive at all

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Jim Slaughter

Date: 8/23/2023 10:24:00 AM

I can't answer your question, Jerry...but is the "alternative" better? Actually, I'm more of an "everything in moderation" kind of guy, myself, even tho I'm also dealing with HBP and HC.

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/23/2023 2:42:00 PM

Moderation is the answer for sure. There is a balance to life that we must strive towards. Thanks for reading and take care. Have a great day my friend.

Bill Baker

Date: 8/22/2023 8:30:00 PM

Nope, you need to indulge in the pleasures of life to be alive. :-) I like your Lyric poem, Jerry. You need to put them to music, my friend. They would be good songs to sing around a campfire on a camping and fishing trip. Have a great week, my friend! Bill

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/23/2023 2:39:00 PM

Thanks, Bill. I have tried to put my words to music, but if you ever heard me sing... you'd know why I don't do it anymore.

Yann Rolland

Date: 8/22/2023 5:01:00 PM

wonderful poem, i know that stuff, i am diabetic since five years and must care of food and drinks, we get use to that, and it is more healthy, take care poet, what the doctor say is important ,

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/23/2023 2:35:00 PM

You take care also my friend. I may jest about my healthcare, but I follow their strict instructions. Have a wonderful day, Yann.

Kim Merryman

Date: 8/22/2023 3:57:00 PM

I feel your pain, Jerry! I'm in the same boat. Enjoyed your humorous write! Blessings, Kim M

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/23/2023 2:32:00 PM

Thank you, Kim. Every day I wake in the morning, I think, what a lucky man I am to be given another chance to get it right.

Jan Allison

Date: 8/22/2023 3:06:00 PM

Your poem made me smile Jerry. Gee its no fun getting older is it:-( Guess everything in moderation springs to mind - but I guess we have to be sensible when it comes to our health, hubby is diabetic and has high cholesterol but we still have treats occasionally, and try and stay fit with walking and dancing. hugs jan xx

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 8/23/2023 2:30:00 PM

Thank you, Jan. Yes, as we grow older we have to practice moderation in everything we do. Have a blessed day and take care, my friend.