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My School Bus

I hear them say, don't ignore the stop sign on a big yellow school bus. When you are in a hurry, slowing down is still a must. Did you know, the cops might be around the corner watching you? Today I saw this happen, it was right before my sleepy eyes. A blue car went whizzing by our bus, then a red cop light took off like lightning. We were all on our big yellow bus, all safe and sound on this school day.

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Marikate Kingston

Date: 10/5/2024 9:39:00 PM

20 years teaching, I can relate to your poem. I remember a bus driver done with his route, drove to Dunkin for a coffee, not realizing there was a kindergartener asleep in the back of his bus. Imagine? The 5 year old was safely returned home soon. This bus driver should have checked the seats before DD. Your poem reminded me of that and the children's song, The Wheels on the Bus go Round and Round. Do you know that one? An important poem! You can tell it got me all excited.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 10/6/2024 8:54:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Also glad this one got you all excited. Just about every year you hear about a child left on a bus. Yes, all the seats need to be check before they go. I do know your song. It is a fun one. Safety first for a school bus. Have a fun day writing away................

Silent One

Date: 9/3/2024 1:06:00 PM

Oh what a bad thing to witness... Happy everyone is ok though.. Stop signs are there for a reason!

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/4/2024 9:00:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Yes, everyone is OK. It was just a write. Yes, Stop signs are there for a reason but sometimes drivers ignore traffic signals. Some are busy on phones. Today, driving is a full time job watching to see what others will do. Safety first for a school bus. Have a fun day writing away................

Valsa George

Date: 9/2/2024 10:52:00 PM

We ignore traffic signals and road signs. Some drivers are so arrogant, that they won't slow even at the zebra crossing. Our impatience and carelessness invite many accidents. You have shared your experience, so powerfully, dear Paula.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/3/2024 12:20:00 PM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Yes, drivers ignore traffic signals. Some are busy on phones. Today, driving is a full time job watching to see what others will do. Safety first for a school bus. Have a fun day writing away................

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/2/2024 1:24:00 AM

Speeding is the source of many accidents. Great poem.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/2/2024 10:17:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you found this fun "My School Bus" write to be a Great poem. Safety first around a school bus. Have a fun day writing away................

Karen Jones

Date: 9/1/2024 1:13:00 PM

People are impatient and dangerously so around school buses. Nice poem! Good luck in the contest.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/2/2024 10:15:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing and for your Good luck in the contest. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Yes, drivers get impatient/dangerously waiting around a school bus. Safety first for a school bus. Have a fun day writing away................

Len Gasun

Date: 9/1/2024 5:21:00 AM

A fantastic poem poem as reminder for children's safety my dear poet friend.I enjoyed reading this precious gem of yours tonight. Thanks a lot for sharing. Best wishes always. Hugs

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/1/2024 9:32:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing and for your Best wishes always. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. It was fun to bring to life. Safety first around a school bus. Hugs.... Have a fun day writing away.................

Valsa George

Date: 8/31/2024 8:54:00 PM

Indeed, this poem has brought into me the sweet memories of our younger days. With what excitement, I waited for the College bus to join my friends. When I was at school, there was no need for getting into a bus as my home was within walkable distance from school. Enjoyed reading.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/1/2024 9:30:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Driving should be safety first. Two I took the bus. One I rode my bike. One my mom drove me. Have a fun day writing away.................

Susan Ashley

Date: 8/31/2024 5:12:00 PM

Dear Paula, indeed, drivers must always obey the school bus stop sign and respect the lives of those getting on, riding or getting off the bus. A great poem with an important message. Warmest wishes my friend. I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend.. ~Susan

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/1/2024 9:27:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you found "My School Bus" write to be A great poem with an important message. Always Safety First... A new school year is starting. Watch out for school buses. Have a fun day writing away.................

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 8/31/2024 3:54:00 PM

Good work in warning others of responsibility. You have a clear, considerate mind in your poems. In appreciate them.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 9/1/2024 9:23:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you found "My School Bus" write to be Good work in warning others of responsibility. Drivers should watch out for school buses. Safety first.... A new school year is starting. Have a fun day writing away.................

Panagiota Romios

Date: 8/30/2024 5:45:00 PM

Some people get careless. I think that when I see people driving talking on the cell phone.. knock it off people)). To me that’s the same as drinking and driving.. It is against the law in California to do that to talk on the cell phone and drive, but they do it all the time. Weather or adult no one should be hit by a car.. And as you said, most, especially children. Hugs, Pangie

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 8/31/2024 8:49:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Driving should be safety first. No phones. You can pull over/stop if one must talk. Hope you are OK... Have a fun day writing away.................

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 8/30/2024 11:28:00 AM

Dear Paula, Such a great message to protect our precious children. I try to be the safest driver in the world for I do not want anyone to be hurt due to my negligence. - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 8/31/2024 8:47:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Driving was fun but now it is work. Yes, safety first. Have a fun day writing away.................

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/29/2024 1:37:00 PM

It is so important for everyone's safety that people do take precautions about school bus safety. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Sara K

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 8/30/2024 10:53:00 AM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Yes, safety first. Have a fun day writing away.................

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 8/29/2024 11:21:00 AM

Always stop even if the bus driver waves you on to pass, the police don't care and will still give you a ticket. Learned that the hard way.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 8/29/2024 1:23:00 PM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. I did not know this. I always wait until the bus is moving. Have a fun day writing away.................

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/29/2024 11:05:00 AM

There are very selfish people about who only think of themselves Paula. Tom

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 8/29/2024 1:21:00 PM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Yes, there are many very selfish people around. A school bus needs safety first. Have a fun day writing away.................

Jan Allison

Date: 8/29/2024 10:52:00 AM

It's always safety first Paula:-) hugs jan xx

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 8/29/2024 1:18:00 PM

Thank You for reading/writing. Glad you enjoyed this fun "My School Bus" write. Yes, always safety first. Hugs... Have a fun day writing away.................

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/29/2024 10:46:00 AM

My School Bus ~ Date Written:8/29/2024