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Sorry Son, I'M Saying No - a Collaboration

In my younger years, I used to be... so energetic. Oh, I had stamina for days! But that was then, this is now. Let me enjoy old age in peace, son I'm in no mood for exercise these days I want to relax in my comfy rocking chair, smoke my Cuban cigar, and feed the pigeons. That's my idea of fun! It's more fun... than running several laps around the block. Are you trying to kill your old man? You have to jog alone, or take your mother! She's in better shape! I'm sore when I wake up... early mornings! Don't be so pushy! Jogging wears me out. Seems so long ago since I ran; I'd rather walk. Don't even bring up those damn fitness trainers! I love... the idea of strenuous exercise, but... I just can’t do them now. PLAY WITH ME Poetry Contest For contest COLLABORATION sponsored by Line Gauthier (Winner: 1st Place) Date written: 08/25/2019

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Lu Loo

Date: 8/29/2019 1:06:00 PM

If this is true I feel the same way! I would love to say I could go to the gym and work out but not gonna happen...EVER! congrats on your well deserved win dear Edward :)-luloo

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/29/2019 2:24:00 PM

I love heading to the gym now. I'll probably have a different perspective when I hit senior citizen age, teehee! Thanks for the comments and visit, Luloo!:-)

Subimal Sinha-Roy

Date: 8/29/2019 12:29:00 AM

Congratulations, Edward on your well deserved win.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/29/2019 6:00:00 AM

Thank you, Subimal!:-)

Line Gauthier

Date: 8/28/2019 8:18:00 PM

Loved your poem, Edward. Congrats on this tip winner.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/29/2019 6:01:00 AM

Thank you so very much for my placement, Line!:-) Most obliged.