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Sunny Afternoon

There we sat, a sunny afternoon
The barbie lit, not quite enough flame
Her father fans it, wife tries to explain
Happy families. Two language game
I’ve nothing in common, forgotten their name.

I let myself go, release my sarcastic mood
We’re all inane smiles personified polite
He’s waving at the barbie dust on the food
My wife hangs on to her rage a soaring kite
Mother and son know not the time to be rude

Daughter-in-law’s parents, peasants afar
My stepson, squirming, cursing his luck
New allies for her, from now on life will suck
Mum kisses his head, he’s her pride and joy
His life’s anonymous, she cuddles her boy.

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Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 5/29/2022 1:06:00 PM

Fine write Dave, good rhyme and flow too, I sympathize with you as families can be a strain. Take care, Gordon

Dave Cox
Date: 5/29/2022 3:27:00 PM

Thanks for your comment Gordon. A day of observation, under cooked meat and lying hugs. Bring back lockdown.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 5/22/2022 1:17:00 AM

David, Hello from across the pond. A fabulous write about times we want to just dash off from. Been where you have been, arg! A great write. Pangie

Dave Cox
Date: 5/22/2022 2:35:00 AM

Hi Pangie, flattered, mate, thanks. I'm not one for socialising but life's upside down. My son has Ukrainian wife and he's rescued them, but they're difficult. Families Eh? Thanks again. Dave

L Milton Hankins

Date: 5/21/2022 6:03:00 PM

Fine writing, Dave. Yes, we have all suffered through insufferable times with people we can hardly relate to...because we have to in order to keep a peace or honor a contract.

Dave Cox
Date: 5/21/2022 6:17:00 PM

Hi Milton, thank you for your comment. My family has two languages..it adds to the fun? Thanks again.