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Short of Breath Long In Tooth

Now I am long in the tooth, I have stopped looking for my lost youth I am slowly going blind And I think I may have lost my mind I cannot walk without my walker I would be easy meat for a thief or stalker, They say if you search, you'll find Not if you are lame and blind.

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Deb M

Date: 5/26/2023 12:39:00 AM

Hi Shirley….l wasn't even aware you had received POTW ….what an amazing accolade…. Congratulations Shirley….Completely deserved!!! Debx

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 2/24/2023 2:13:00 AM

Good one Shirley, it’s me to a T my memory is deserting me, and my eyes are failing rapidly. Congratulations on poem of the week… Belle

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/24/2023 6:21:00 PM

Thank you, Belle. Oh! Dear, I am sorry to hear the years are telling on you too. I am at the stage I have more that needs repairing Than are in working order. I hope you have a pleasant week-end, Take care, Shirley

Fin Chuuk

Date: 2/18/2023 9:31:00 PM

Congrats on POTW, Shirley :)

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/24/2023 6:23:00 PM

Thank you, Fin, Nobody was more surprised than me. Nice to hear from you. Take care, Old Duck

Anonomus Scorpio

Date: 2/16/2023 9:47:00 AM

Shirley congratulations on a well deserved honor! This gives me so many reasons to ponder my own aging process as well as the invaluable elderly within my life. Highest regards A.S.

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/24/2023 6:29:00 PM

Thank you, AS. Age seems to come on suddenly. I thought your comment was very kind, caring and full of respect. Take care, Old Duck.

Daisy Meadows

Date: 2/13/2023 11:27:00 PM

Congratulations on your POTW. Well done.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 2/12/2023 6:07:00 PM

When you stop looking for lost youth, you're certainly long in the tooth. As I've been told, getting old isn't for sissies. This is cute, clever and so creative. Your thoughts bring a smile. Congratulations Shirley, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/13/2023 12:39:00 AM

So pleased this made you smile, Brandy. Thank you for your comments; the POTW was unexpected and a lovely surprise. Your photo looks that you are a beautiful young woman. A hug for you too, Take care, Shirley

John Watt

Date: 2/12/2023 3:05:00 PM

When I've lost my mind, it's really hard to find it because I've misplaced my glasses. Because I've lost my mind. I can so relate to all this Shirley... well written! Hang in there, you're not alone. Now where are those glasses? Congrats on POTW ~ John

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/12/2023 4:02:00 PM

Thank you for your lovely comments, and congrats on POTW. It was a big surprise and a great start to the day for me. It is so encouraging to read that there are so many of us who are feeling the ravages of time and can be confused and amused by it. John, may I suggest you look in the fridge for your specs as I found mine there not too long ago. Lol! I hope you are having a pleasant day; take care, Old Duck

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 2/12/2023 7:22:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTW win. What a fun/cute write. Thanks for the laugh, I need it. Age is just a number until one feels it. Then watch out. Have a blessed day writing away..................

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/12/2023 4:14:00 PM

Thank you, Paula. Nobody could be more pleasantly surprised than me, POTW. The comments I've received warmed my heart and gave me a lift. So glad it made you laugh. There is not much to laugh about these days, is there? Watch out, indeed. I hope you are having a peaceful day. Take care of yourself. Old Duck.

Bill Baker

Date: 2/12/2023 6:24:00 AM

Cute poem, Shirley. A bit sad, but makes a lot of sense. :-) Congratulations on your POTW honor my friend! Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/12/2023 4:32:00 PM

How lovely to hear from you, Bill; I hope you and your wife are as well as can be expected and enjoying your day. My day had a great start with the news from you about POTW. Heartfelt thanks for your kind comments from a very surprised and happy Old Duck Take care.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 2/12/2023 5:35:00 AM

Shirley, a humorous one, congratulations on POTW!

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/12/2023 4:25:00 PM

Thank you, Tania, for making time to comment on POTW. It was such a surprise for me. I suppose at the age of 85, I should not complain and manage as well as I can with the bits of me that are still in working order, Lol! I hope you are well and happy; thank you again for reading the poem. Take care, Old Duck

Gershon Wolf

Date: 2/10/2023 2:04:00 PM

I am solidly in Deb M's camp, a couple of comments down. Wish I could 'pop over' to (cane in hand) for a 'cuppa' and a chat. Well, we gotta work this out somehow. Hang in there, my friend :) gw

Deb M
Date: 2/10/2023 5:57:00 PM

All three of us….it would be such a laugh!!! Debx

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/10/2023 3:08:00 PM

You and Deb brought tears of happiness to my eyes. I feel overwhelmed by your understanding and kindness, Gershon; we all reach an age when it takes less time to count the bits of us that still work than those that don't when we have worked out how to share a "cuppa and a chat " together. I will supply the ear crumpets, Fog (cream) horns and bath chairs. Heartfelt thanks for your caring. It has given me the start of a beautiful day. Take care, Shirley

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 2/10/2023 1:59:00 AM

I am sure this is fiction that gave me a big laugh. You are a true poet.

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/10/2023 3:28:00 PM

Thank you, Victor; I am delighted that my poem made you laugh; we all could do with more laughter and joy in these troubled times. Thank you also for your kind comments; I look forward to them. I trust you are feeling as well as can be and enjoying a peaceful weekend. Look after yourself, Victor. Shirley

Deb M

Date: 2/9/2023 10:38:00 PM

Shirley….that made me laugh out loud….my husband asked what l was laughing at so l read him your poem….he laughed also and said it was great!! Shirley l just love your attitude and humour towards life and ageing! Wish l could pop around to yours in person for a cuppa and a good old chat and laugh. You are truly a joy Shirley and you always brighten my day with your poetry, humour and wit!! Keep being Shirley because you are just lovely!! Debxx

Deb M
Date: 2/11/2023 6:12:00 PM

Shirley every word is true…..Debxxx

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 2/10/2023 3:51:00 PM

Oh! Deb There are no words that I can say that would be able to explain how I felt when I read your complimentary Comments (Two boxes of tissues later), they made my day even though I think they are underserving. I do not consider myself a poet, and I am an old lady that "writes things.' please read my comments to Gershon, Deb. I am fortunate to have such a caring and encouraging friend as you, and I value that honour. I hope you and Peter have a great weekend full of joy and laughter. Heartfelt thank you, Deb, Take care. Happy Old Duck XX