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Polar Paragons

It seems to me society’s too keen on variety, trading spouses in on other ones. They could, at least, do as penguins do. . . share in offspring’s rearing till their task is done, and only then. . . start again with someone new!

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John Watt

Date: 11/24/2020 10:49:00 PM

Written by the woman who's been married 45 years, haha!

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 4/10/2014 7:17:00 AM

Good morning, Andrea. ...soup mail

Darren Watson

Date: 3/6/2014 5:44:00 AM

I'm not married yet but with my luck , I'd go to one of those parties where you trade partners and be offered a new hoover for mine , lol Loved it Andrea , Thank you

M. L. Kiser

Date: 2/28/2014 5:06:00 PM

That would save some heartache and stress. Perhaps folks should consider this.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/27/2013 11:04:00 AM

I don't know which would be worse to be left with a nest full or a nest empty..It is sad when it happens in a family either way..Thanks for the faithful visits to my page..I hope that this is a great day for you..Sara

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 12/25/2013 11:33:00 PM

Hello Andrea, , I did not want to leave you out of my Happy Jolly Momment.. Sending you a Christmas Carol.... -- Dashing through the snow In a one horse open sleigh O'er the fields we go Laughing all the way Bells on bob tails ring Making spirits bright What fun it is to laugh and sing A sleighing song tonight Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh HEY! :) <-- You got to love it I do hope you sang with me... Goodnight my friend... LINDA

Keith Bickerstaffe

Date: 12/9/2013 6:32:00 PM

What a brilliant title!!! Excellent advice for those who just cannot stay together. Well done Andrea!! Best wishes, Keith (PS thanks for your kind words on Glow.)

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 12/6/2013 7:45:00 PM

Hi Andrea fauna are much more faithful than us my parents have been together for 64 years rare these days excellent poem ty for visiting my work Shadow x smile hug

Poet Tacito

Date: 12/6/2013 7:56:00 AM

Yeah, I read an article about "live-in" lovers w/married people about a week ago. What a joke. Seriously, if you're going to do that, just stay single! Though, like you said, the penguins are onto something. =) Nicely done!

Russell Sivey

Date: 12/5/2013 10:36:00 PM

Loved how you approached this Etheree! I may not be on much for about week, I'm having problems with my teeth, big time pain, I can't seem to get anyone to really help me...I always have to wait until they have an opening for me to get in even if it is an Emergency! So I must wait until Monday, and I am in a lot of pain these days, there are at least 2 teeth that need removal...I'm afraid of having pain all through the weekend! So now think of me these few days! I'll try to get on soon!

Daver Austin

Date: 12/5/2013 10:25:00 AM

Super Etheree! I know how difficult it is to write in this form. Love, daver

Matthew Anish

Date: 12/5/2013 8:58:00 AM

Stimulating take on relationships. I love penguins and go to see them at the Coney Island aquarium. Keep it up! Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Jack Jordan

Date: 12/5/2013 8:56:00 AM

Yes, that's the very least, although one can always hope and work toward more... Jack

Monterey Sirak

Date: 12/5/2013 8:08:00 AM

Love Etherees! Yours is great with a much needed message.

Carl Fraser

Date: 12/4/2013 10:42:00 PM

For such a short piece the moral message is very clear, nicely done Andrea

Robert Johnson

Date: 12/4/2013 4:41:00 PM

My best friends parents divorced the year he graduated from highschool. I'm not sure that it's ever easy on the kids. There's the curb, don't stumble. Kind of abrupt. hhhhhh. :/ :) Peace. :)

Jack Horne

Date: 12/4/2013 2:29:00 PM

yes, such words of wisdom here!

Poet. Undertaker

Date: 12/4/2013 2:21:00 AM

Andrea we are in the process of identifying the golden mean by touching the two extremes.

Jon A Cavanaugh

Date: 12/3/2013 10:34:00 PM

Love the sentiment. Love the poem.

David Fisher

Date: 12/3/2013 8:37:00 PM

Loved this story in the Etheree format. Seems like a fun challenge, that you met.

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 12/3/2013 6:03:00 PM

Yes the children get caught in the middle which is heartbreaking...most thoughtful poem. Hugs, SuZ

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 12/3/2013 3:31:00 PM

: )..Very entertaining thoughts... Penguins are more human i guess..lol : )

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/3/2013 1:54:00 PM

:)))) - Love it, Andrea !!! - Well done ! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Joe Maverick

Date: 12/3/2013 11:45:00 AM

Enjoyed your write on the possibiliys of new horizons Andrea, you will not be hearing from me for a while which may make some smile.." However I wish all here all the best irrespective take care Joe..)

Roger Horsch

Date: 12/3/2013 11:05:00 AM

You make me laugh, I am still trying to figure you out. But I liked your poem. Until next time.....Roger