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Say Cheese

Say Cheese By Elton Camp It puts me under an irritating little trial When a photographer demands I smile If it doesn’t work for him to ask, “Please,” Next to come is the expression, “Say cheese” Then, “Say whiskey” may be the next attempt From smiling at that one, I also am exempt I am not even a bit inclined to smile today And you’re not going to get me to—no way Actually, I think that most folks are repelled By a smile that obviously has been compelled Photographer, there’s no need to stay around All you are going to get from me is a frown

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Date: 1/25/2012 6:42:00 PM
In South Korea, they say "kim chee". That is pickled cabbage with a ton of hot red pepper. They bury it underground for a few months to let it age. Good write with some good rhyming Elton.
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Date: 1/25/2012 10:55:00 PM
Very interesting comment. Thanks for sharing about "kim chee." Elton
Date: 1/25/2012 10:35:00 AM
SMILE......ELTON......SMILE!!!!lol - oxox love Anne-Lise
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Date: 1/25/2012 10:46:00 AM
I have the general demeanor of a stuffy old man. It is a bit strange that I've become a bit known as a humor writer. When I was working, my lectures were also accompanied by humor that those who knew me otherwise would not have expected. I'm not sure which is the "real" me. Elton
Date: 1/25/2012 10:09:00 AM
like this is great
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Date: 1/25/2012 10:43:00 AM
HeySusan, Thanks for reading and taking the time to comment. Elton

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