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In life we have priorities, But when you’re feeling sick, So much of what you care about Drops down the list real quick. Like how you look or what you wear Or if your house is clean Or if you move your car So traffic cops won’t be on scene. Or making plans to go away Or maybe meet a friend Or even watch that series so You’ll get to see the end. Of course, when you feel better, Which you hope will happen fast, Priorities will go right back To your pre-sickness past.

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Date: 1/23/2025 6:46:00 PM
Your psychology is right on, Ilene! / Maurice
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Date: 1/22/2025 1:25:00 PM
So very true ilene….when you are sick or in pain all you want is to feel well and normal again….then when you do you are so appreciative for five mins …then take it for granted again! Ha….Enjoyed your poem my friend…Debx
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 1/22/2025 5:00:00 PM
thank you so much, deb!
Date: 1/22/2025 10:00:00 AM
Absence had me away but I saw your picture and remembered your rhyming. You still have it.
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 1/22/2025 5:00:00 PM
that is a sweet comment, john! i appreciate it! glad i haven't updated my picture - i don't look quite as young now...
Date: 1/22/2025 2:45:00 AM
- ... everything can wait ... think only of yourself ... rest and get well again, Ilene :) - hugs
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 1/22/2025 4:59:00 PM
thank you, anne-lise! i'm getting there!

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