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Safety Drill

When you travel on a ship or plane (But not a bus, a tram or train), Just heed my words because you will Be forced to have a safety drill. It's really like a little test On how to wear your neon vest. Adjust the straps and find the light And whistle - then you'll be all right. Of course, in real emergencies, These demonstrations won't appease. Imagine jumping in the sea - The psycho screaming would be me! Yet calmly, we all sit and smile And listen for a little while So if need be, we'll be prepared And just a teensy bit less scared.

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Date: 12/4/2018 4:42:00 PM
The safety briefings are tedious but they could be a lifesaver, really loved the line Imagine jumping in the sea - The psycho screaming would be me! I'd be right behind you screaming lol:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 11/28/2018 4:32:00 PM
I love this Ilene! Really funny and well written as well!!!.............80)
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Date: 11/28/2018 12:06:00 PM
I'd be screaming right along with you, Ilene. The atmosphere you describe so well must have been what passengers went through when Capt. Sully landed the plane in "Miracle on the Hudson." Maybe the flight attendants go through those safety drills to make people feel less frightened, but it could work the other way too. Enjoyed! Hugs, Carolyn
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Date: 11/28/2018 11:23:00 AM
This one was really funny..."The psycho screaming would be me!" That line just made me laugh out loud. This was great Ilene.
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