L Milton Hankins Poet Couplet

My Daily Routine

Sit-ups and jumping jacks are in my past
I knew my overworked knees wouldn't last.

Time was I could run a mile in twenty
But now the walk to my rocker is plenty.

They used to say "no pain - no gain,"
If you don't mind, I think I'll use my cane.

Years went faster'n I thought they would
Mind if I rest, I don't feel nearly so good.

My joints are aching, I'm all tuckered out
I'm feeling an onset of arthritis, no doubt.

The cat is telling me she wants my lap
She's right, it is time for my afternoon nap.

written July 21, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger July 23, 2021 at 6:52 PM Your cat sounds like my dog. When I say "night night" she runs to the bed. I liked this one! L Milton Hankins July 23, 2021 at 7:50 PM I'm glad you enjoyed it, Caren. No fiction here, except I don't have either a dog or a cat now. When I had them, they always knew when bedtime came, and if I stayed up too long, they would let me hear about it.

Gershon Wolf July 21, 2021 at 5:59 PM Sounds like Geritol time. lol. As for me, I nap all day; then I'm too tired to play. ~ Ole! L Milton Hankins July 21, 2021 at 6:10 PM I've been known to "nip" a little tonic in the evenings. My goodness, I hadn't heard of Geritol in years. Is it still around?

Beryl Edmonds July 21, 2021 at 4:16 PM There’s nothing nicer than an afternoon nap especially when the cat's snug on your lap.I sympathise with the pain even though I’m just the same… Belle L Milton Hankins July 21, 2021 at 5:33 PM Thanks, Belle. It is always so pleasant to hear your thoughts on my poems. Afternoon naps...yeah!

Ann Peck July 21, 2021 at 4:08 PM I know how you feel! I just bought a treadmill to urge me to walk more. In Jazzercize, we said "it hurts so good" Well, no it doesn't! Not anymore. Your cat has the right idea :) Your poem is great! L Milton Hankins July 21, 2021 at 5:35 PM Thanks, Ann. I have one of those legXercizer contraptions. It has really improved my legs and my walking. Amazing. I highly recommend it (unsolicited ad).