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"plastics" (Based On "the Graduate")

“Plastics”, is the word the man said
To Ben who just graduated from college,
At his parent’s party that was so dead.
“Plastics”, is the word the man said,
As he floated off in the pool instead,
Soon to enjoy Mrs. Robinson carnal knowledge.
“Plastics”, is the word the man said
To Ben who just graduated from college.

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Carolyn Devonshire

July 25, 2010 at 4:08 PM

Just reading the title started me laughing, Joe. I still remember that scene from the movie and how, afterward, Ben was floating in the pool as Simon and Garfunkel crooned "Sounds of Silence." Very cool poem, as I have come to expect from you. Thanks for your gracious comments on my bucket list. Hope there's a way I can accomplish each of the items on the list! Having a nice vacation. Love, Carolyn

Carrie Richards

July 24, 2010 at 5:40 PM

Loved your comment on my Triolet!! I actually do remember what Sundance Kid screamed out....however....we gotta remember Soup standards ya know!!! I don't wanna be kicked off for profanity!!! LOL !!!!!!!!!!!! Yep....I do love these older movies....the best of the best!!

Carrie Richards

July 24, 2010 at 8:20 AM

One of my favorite movies !! Mrs Robinson....with a wealth of carnal knowledge out of her sheer boredom...and poor Ben....he should have stuck with the "plastics" advice!!!! Good luck Joe!!!