SWELL TOM HOME SWEET HOME

Hey Tom, you look well cared for and well fed,
Sure you longed to sleep in your own bed,
You must've had pain, hope they spoiled you,	
More medication, preferred a whiskey or two,
Which nurse did you like best, which one a dread.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Zahid Avatar
January 15, 2024 at 10:28 AM
Lol. Its funny. And congratulations on your well deserved POTW Jennifer... blessings
Wolf Avatar
December 12, 2023 at 8:08 PM
Congrats, Jennifer. btw: I think Tom liked all those nurses. ~ Lullaby and good night... He kept those lights awfully low in his hospital suite. lol.
Cunningham Avatar
December 17, 2023 at 5:31 AM
Lol, my secret is out,
Ball Avatar
December 12, 2023 at 5:00 PM
Well Done. A beautiful welcome home for Tom. Congrats on a well deserved POTD. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
Rodrigues Avatar
December 10, 2023 at 6:22 AM
Nice tribute to Tom! Congratulations on POTW! I try to keep up :)
Sands Avatar
December 4, 2023 at 2:23 PM
Congratulations Jennifer . A great , sweet poem :)
Jones Avatar
December 4, 2023 at 2:20 AM
Congratulations on a thoughtful potd!
Kauffman Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 7:36 PM
What a delightful limerick for Tom Cunningham! I know this must have brought him joy and smiles!as he recovered and continues on his journey to wholeness. So thoughtful! He is indeed special and such a wonderful part of PS! Thank you for this delight, my friend. Advent blessings of joy to you!
Kendrick Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 4:44 PM
Oh, for Tom Cunningham. I am sure that he is glad to be back home and hopes he heals very quickly. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K
Nicole Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 4:29 PM
Hi Jennifer, after reading about Tom's spinal surgery not so long ago, it's good to hear that he's at home now. As I recall, he was taken good care of, by the nurses and his family. Such a wonderful tribute to him. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
M  Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 1:56 PM
Congratulations Jennifer on POTW! Well done you!! Debx
Pandit Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 12:46 PM
BIG congrats on POTW, Jennifer. You are such a wonderful friend to Tom and many on Soup. Your poem is gift of kindness from the heart.
Baker Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 8:16 AM
Great tribute poem to Tom in the Limerick form, Jen. It's good to see him back and recovering from his surgery. Congratulations on your POTW, my dear friend! Very happy to see your poetry rewarded. Enjoy your week of recognition. Hugs, Bill
Watt Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 7:44 AM
Jenn, you speak for all who are happy and relieved to see Tom on the mend, with your own special style and light-hearted twist. We'll done on POTW, a special honour for a special lady. Hugs and blessings ~ John
Lawrence Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 6:43 AM
Love this Jennifer ! I too noticed Tom looking rested ! The staples are out … hooray ! Great tribute to a great guy . You have a big lovely heart dear one . Big hugs and congratulations on POTW. Susan :)
Kitchin Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 6:07 AM
Jennifer, a sweet limerick tribute for Tom, congratulations on POTW!
Goldsmith Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 5:56 AM
Congratulations on your POTW win. What a fun/creative write about Tom. Hooray he is home safe/sound/feeling better. Have a wonderful day with your win..................
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December 3, 2023 at 3:18 AM
Back to say congratulations on receiving poem of the week Jennifer, well deserved… Belle
Cunningham Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 3:11 AM
Back with congratulations to you Jennifer on the honour of POTW. Tom PS. Staples out now so feels a lot better.
Ricci Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 6:39 AM
Good Morning Jennifer. Hi. How sweet of you to share this tribute for Tom. We see the fun and we see the beauty and reality too. I am out of the happenings so I hope all is well with Tom now and I am certain he appreciates your wishes and concern too. Have a wonderful morning and day. May all be home sweet home. Blessings and Peace now and always Jennifer. (smile)
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November 27, 2023 at 3:19 PM
Jennifer, a swell poem for Tom…… There’s nothing like coming back to one's home - Not matter how good was the care been shown - One's own bed and family - One cannot help but agree - Is the place to be for recovery.…… Belle
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:56 PM
Great poem for Tom Jennifer! Isn't it the matron everyone dreads!!haha….Debx
Andresen Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 12:33 PM
- I think they were all kind and helpful, dear Jenny :) - hugs
Proxenos Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 1:14 PM
I'm sure they were Anne-Lise and I'm sure they miss him but sure he is glad to be home. Lovely to have you visit be well and blessed. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Cunningham Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 12:30 PM
Lol Jennifer, Cant complain about my care, it was excellent one nurse comes to mind her name was Grace, between you and me. Haha. Still on meds for another week so no alcohol. I'll make up for it don't you worry lol Tom
Cunningham Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 4:57 PM
Thank you Jennifer, Lol, love the new title. Looking forward to Friday when I get the staples out.
Proxenos Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 1:09 PM
So glad you enjoyed yiur poem Tom - have just changed the title to SWELL TOM HOME SWEET HOME. Hope you are coming along well and best wishes from Elias and I. Blessings, Jennifer.
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