On Certain Days

Went on a little vacation
And plans we had proposed
We couldn’t do because
On certain days, some things were closed.

On Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays 
Many restaurants and stores,
Plus museums. shows and galleries 
Posted signs upon their doors.

Please stop by again on Thursday
Or the weekend; we’ll be here!
Were they short-staffed? I’m not certain
But to us, it was quite clear

That some businesses don’t need to wait
For customers to show
And perhaps on early weekdays
We’re not welcome; good to know.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Wolf Avatar
October 24, 2023 at 8:26 PM
Business? As usual? Nah! Nothing Busy about these 'busy-nesses.' Good grief, what is this world coming to? People don't even want to take our money anymore?!
Severo Avatar
October 23, 2023 at 10:52 PM
Lovely poem, I noticed this more and since covid.
Greenhough Avatar
October 23, 2023 at 8:22 PM
Small towns and religious communities aren't always open for business. Sundays/Mondays are off days. Thanksgiving Day isn't very good either. I always carry a can opener in my car thanks for the poem.
Rodrigues Avatar
October 23, 2023 at 6:29 PM
I know! Tough for tourists.
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