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New York Day

Had an old-time New York day – Took the bus to see a play. Understudy for the star – Still, the show was up to par. Dinner in a lovely place – Food and beer we could embrace. Friendly waitress and, a plus – Cool young couple next to us. Conversation quickly flowed, Even though we’d not helloed. She – Jamaican, he, a Swede – Classy, hip and fun, indeed! For dessert, some key lime pie; Bid our friends a sweet goodbye. Caught the bus and headed home To capture it within a poem.

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Date: 6/19/2024 5:51:00 PM
What a wonderful day you had, so well organized and fun. Hooray ! I used to live outside the city and my step father ran the Rainbow Room on Rockfeller Plaza I wonder what you enjoyed for your meal. and where you ate. I want key lime pie now. :) Your poem brought back nice memories. for me. I enjoyed it so much.
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Date: 6/14/2024 1:06:00 PM
Excellent piece, Ilene. One of my main ambitions is to see a Broadway play...understudy or not. In the two or three times when I have been in NYC, I just never seemed to be able to fit it into my schedule.
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Date: 6/4/2024 4:49:00 PM
would like so much, share a restaurant in NY, your poem is exquisite and lovely, simple moments are the best, thank you Ilene
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Date: 6/3/2024 8:38:00 AM
Love this, Ilene.
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Date: 6/2/2024 9:54:00 PM
This is just the 'bee's knees,' Ilene. I mean this sincerely. It is soooooo good. So rich in fun, just the right touch of nostalgia, and such an upbeat lilt to it. I just LOVE this poem! Thanks. FAVE. FAVE. FAVE! :) Gershon
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