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Remote Control

Perhaps a right of passage or a males destiny controlling the remote always seemed just right to me. Skillful flicking fingers fast on the keys scanning thru the channels and with great dexterity. Change to other stations commercials gotta go such a star on the clicker a real surfing pro. It's of course my opinion but these words I extol all's right in my world when I have remote control!

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Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 2/8/2024 3:28:00 PM

clever and witty, Mark...never thought about it, but perhaps gaining control over the remote is a male's rite of passage. In our home, hubby takes care of the remote. I don't dare touch it! We joke about it alot....have a great evening with your remote.

Mark Hughes
Date: 2/8/2024 4:16:00 PM

Thank you Sara, from the point of view as the male in this mock power struggle, I see you have graciously relinquished control to Bill.

Silent One

Date: 2/7/2024 12:39:00 PM

My daughters control it.. i have no say lol.. great poem Mark..

Mark Hughes
Date: 2/8/2024 6:59:00 AM

Thank you SO, much appreciated!!

Debra Hanna

Date: 2/7/2024 9:08:00 AM

HA, HA, sister controls the remote in this house. D

Mark Hughes
Date: 2/7/2024 9:17:00 AM

I somehow knew that!

Duke Beaufort

Date: 2/7/2024 8:51:00 AM

A very funny take on the power of holding the remote. How annoying it is when it stops working or the AAA batteries inside start to leak (at least Apple remotes have rechargeable batteries, but even those remotes stop working eventually. Thanks by the way for stopping by and asking a thoughtful question. Politics is really bad, and I'm willing to criticize both major parties as needed. Too many selfish people in that profession.

Mark Hughes
Date: 2/7/2024 9:26:00 AM

Thanks again Duke! I absolutely agree, "Politicians" do they represent the peoples interests, or is it about maintaining and controlling power? Not all, but how do you account for the straight party line voting that takes place?

Bill Baker

Date: 2/6/2024 9:28:00 PM

A fun poem to read, Mark. That remote does seem to wield a lot of power. :-) Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Mark Hughes
Date: 2/7/2024 7:36:00 AM

Thank you Bill.