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Sunny Afternoon

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 my self 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. David Cox 21/05/22

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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.