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One Gray Hair

I found it many years ago. In fact, I was not old at all. My future then I could not know, for aging’s toll was still so small! For wrinkles yet I did not fret! But time rushed on – and soon with dread, I saw my gray hairs multiply. A zillion clones assault my head! At 62, I want to cry. Futility! Time’s got to me! 3/10/18 for Broken Wings' "Rhyme Me a Posie" Contest Theme #3: One Gray Hair

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Date: 3/15/2018 8:43:00 PM
I get my hair colored to cover the gray hairs. I want to stop hair loss, too My brother in law and my nephew spent many thousands getting their hair back. The clock moves in one direction so keep writing - it eases the pain of time. I am putting together a new chapbook. Peace &Love Matthew Anish
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Date: 3/13/2018 8:01:00 AM
...I have gone from looking "distinguished", to "mature" , to "old", to "somebody help that guy".....But at least I still go some for the granddaughter to put barrettes in. Congrats on your placement
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Date: 3/13/2018 3:04:00 AM
All smiles when reading this cute poem Andrea. I got my first gray hair at 16 and I was mortified! Congratulations on your wonderful second placement!
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Date: 3/12/2018 2:08:00 PM
Cool poem, Andrea. I love my gray hairs ... lets me know I survived the societal wars. Battle of the Sexes and more. lol! Smooth flow this insightful poem has. Love and smiles forever.
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Date: 3/12/2018 10:53:00 AM
Yes, so many of us can identify with your sentiments here, Andrea. Nicely expressed and congratulations on your win. Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 3/12/2018 9:36:00 AM
Congratulations on your win, Andrea. See what happens when you give in to temptation....you pulled out that one grey hair, didn't you!:) Regards // paul
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Date: 3/12/2018 8:18:00 AM
I too have been overcome by gray. The thing about getting old is that not everyone has that privilege. Congrats on your win.
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Date: 3/12/2018 8:13:00 AM
Andrea congratulations on your win in my contest with this delightful write
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Date: 3/12/2018 6:53:00 AM
hahaha ... enjoyed the poem ... am smiling ... lovely, Andrea ... and congratulations on your win ...
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Date: 3/12/2018 3:05:00 AM
Congrats on your win Andrea. Don't fret about the grays they say it's a sign of wisdom...Maria xxx
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Date: 3/12/2018 1:25:00 AM
Congratulations, Andrea on your win. Yes, time captures everybody.
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Date: 3/12/2018 12:40:00 AM
Excellent rhymes. Well said. Congratulation my friend. Thanks for sharing it.
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Date: 3/11/2018 10:47:00 PM
I dyed my hair all grey at the age of 14, this way, I figured I would never know when I was old! Ok so far this isn't working out to well! LOL :)
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Date: 3/11/2018 10:31:00 PM
This just can't be so, congratulations Andrea...
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/12/2018 6:11:00 PM
on the poem or the grey hair? hahaha
Date: 3/11/2018 7:42:00 PM
Congrats on your win, Andrea. Well done.
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Date: 3/11/2018 5:41:00 PM
Here hair today then tomorrow gray; Started out one then went everyway; At first scattered; Image shattered; As I continue to grow old day by day.
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Date: 3/11/2018 5:27:00 PM
Oh, this is good, and so true, too! Love the humor and creativity in your poem Andrea! Good luck in the contest :)
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Date: 3/11/2018 4:41:00 PM
I know the feeling at 50, dear. I have quite a few now sprinkled in the grey. I love the ending of this piece. That's just how I feel. Lovely write with your usual finesse.
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Date: 3/11/2018 12:52:00 PM
A BEAUTIFUL POSIE Andrea! I hope that every 6 grey hairs lends you an adventure! Good Luck!
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Date: 3/11/2018 11:08:00 AM
I have loads lol.. Enjoyed your take on the contest..
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Date: 3/11/2018 6:19:00 AM
Well written rhymes, a story everyone can relate to..best for a win, Andrea.
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Date: 3/10/2018 8:42:00 PM
White hair beats menopause when one's hair begins falling out - at least mine did, it is one reason I risk hormones. This is cute, Andrea. I had white hairs show up at 12 that were like curled wire so I got use to them early. I enjoyed your poem - have missed seeing you around Soup! Love, CayCay
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Date: 3/10/2018 8:19:00 PM
It comes to us all - unless we go bald first :) I take the grey over that. Good luck in the contest.
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Date: 3/10/2018 7:52:00 PM
Oh the vanity of it all..ha ha...I love my gray, it means I've lived long enough to say anything to anyone...good luck in the contest
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Date: 3/10/2018 6:45:00 PM
they seem to multiply the older you get Andrea - loved the poem good luck in the contest:-) hugs jan xx
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