Soul of a "jewel" Vs...Life As a "mule"

He always says..."She has the "soul of a jewel"!!" I always say...."She rides like a stubborn old mule"!!! So...he wants me to ride in his old pick up truck..??? Well, I'm glad to tell you....he has run out of luck!! I'll tell you why.... Would I lie??? It was once painted blue...but now the color is rust But you can't be too sure...'cause it's covered in dust! The engine has to idle...'bout half an hour is good.. You can feel the vibration, around the whole freakin' neighborhood! If I open the door,...it makes a loud squeak I must hold my breath....Eewwwww!! What are those odors?? It reeks!! My life is in jeopardy if I go for a ride! The windshield is dirty, we can't see from inside It makes a weird noise...and rides bumpy and rough The dashboard is peeling, and covered with "stuff" The seat cushion's torn, it pokes at my rear His dog sits beside us, and licks at my ear There's no place below, to rest my feet There's a hole in the floor....you can see the street!!!! The windows don't close, so there's always a breeze With old Kleenex flying...those were tossed when he sneezed... Wrappers from Twinkies, a Burger King box... One lonely old sneaker...and dirty old socks If I had me some coffee...I'd really be set 'Cause those are dirty Styrofoam cups....and even more than that! Half a stale donut is squished on the floor Darn!! The dog beat me to it...and is looking for more! The muffler is loose, you can see the sparks fly Dirty looks from the folks, who get smoke in their eyes When we drive by the neighbors, I duck my head and I hide I'm no Prima Donna....but I've still got some pride!! He loves that old truck....he calls her a gem! If he had to choose between us.......I could be out on a limb!!! ______________________________________________________________________ For Paula's contest "Soul of a ........ & Life of a ........."