Replacing the Old

When do you replace the old?
Of course, when something breaks
Or starts to show its age and causes
Subtle double-takes.

When things no longer seem in style
Or might be torn or frayed
Or if a dozen versions
Of your phone have since been made.

Perhaps you see your current couch
On retro TV shows,
Where actresses appear to wear
Some of your closet clothes.

There comes a time when normal folks
Replace, with no regret,
The items that need updates
But alas, I’m not there yet.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2024



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Date: 8/7/2024 7:54:00 PM
Ha, ha, ha, ha! Believe it or not, my wife and I have replaced 'all the old' in our home over the past 7 or 8 years. I can hardly believe it myself. I think I've had enough of that for a century or two. lol. Enjoyed the read, as always, Ilene. Cheers, Gershon
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Date: 8/7/2024 3:36:00 PM
same here Ilene I am happy with my lot and dont hanker for the latest gizmo and gadget:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 8/7/2024 11:50:00 AM
My wife calls me a make doer I like to get my moneys worth and only replace when it can't be fixed. Tom
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Date: 8/7/2024 9:55:00 AM
Me too. I have an old Air Force Academy jacket in my closet that belonged to my dad. Suppose I'll never wear it or remove from my closet. Thanks for sharing this wonderful poem.
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