The Good Old Days

In the good old days, I rode all over town.
Our city had so many hills that on my bike
I’d be ploughing up one street, then racing down.
Loved that bike, but still don’t like to hike!

In the good old days, I ate a lot of food!
Didn’t gain an ounce of fat till I hit puberity.
No more eating for me any more just cause I’m in the mood!
I weigh myself each morning and count each calorie.

In the good old days with my siblings I would play.
Nowadays I’m at home and often alone.
That’s okay; I’m good with either way,
and I can always call my sisters up and talk by phone.

In the good old days, I could dream of dreamy guys,
and I could date a lot of guys (get different new first kisses -
sometimes great; sometimes not!) Today I have the prize
of nearly half a century spent now as a Missus!

Jan. 16, 2021
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Romios Avatar
January 26, 2021 at 6:13 AM
This is super! Glad it's not in a contest. You know when a Poem is number one! This is but one of many of yours. You reminded me (wistfully) of my own childhood. Thank you, fellow bike rider. Happy to know you have had many years of marriage. A Fav. Pangie xx
Dietrich Avatar
January 26, 2021 at 7:16 AM
thanks. it WAS in a contest, btw, which I did not expect to win! I'm glad you liked it so much.
Kendrick Avatar
January 22, 2021 at 2:02 PM
Reads like you had a great time growing up. I did not like the bike riding. I was more of stay in the house kind of person. If written for a contest, reads like a good contender to me. Way to go. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara
Cheney Avatar
January 18, 2021 at 7:44 AM
Ah, the good old days. So nice to have fond memories. Thanks for the nice piece of fine recollections.
Horsman Avatar
January 18, 2021 at 12:14 AM
I'm on nearly 60 years. Love the poem, Andrea, and the bike theme, even wrote a few myself on those wondrous days of youth..
Jayasankar Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 11:22 PM
I know you still love to ride a bike. You have given a glimpse of those hilly areas of your town.. 'ploughing and racing down'. Yes I agree, as we get older we can't eat as and when we get the mood to eat. Your love for your family and sisters is seen ALWAYS, not only in this poem, in many of your poems Andrea. And I also know that you are such a loving caring wife... hugs ~ Ani
Bayles Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 6:02 PM
Andrea, good poem. It's always nice to remember what we did in "the good old days." I like your rhymes.
Leffanta Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 10:58 AM
As in Missus those kisses? Aloha! Rico
Devonshire Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 10:52 AM
Having your marriage last nearly 50 years is quite an achievement, Andrea. I've found a shortage of "dreamy guys." :) I was just 76 pounds when I reached puberty, but I did count calories back then. Enjoyed very much! Hugs, Carolyn
Proxenos Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 7:37 AM
I hope your anniversary is later in the year, by then we can hopefully all have small parties and you can give a 50th wedding anniversary one , not forgetting its your GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY. A sentimental write Hugs and blessings Andrea, Jennifer.
Buhagiar Avatar
January 17, 2021 at 2:42 AM
You can be funny with your memories. I kissed many girls in my youth. But when I found the right one, I lost her. Oh well. Life is cruel. ~~
Theraven Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 9:20 PM
Andrea, A tall order the good old days in misty blue. Yesterday's best crayon, and sky in its finest hue. Enjoyed this Rhyme. -Richard
Krutsinger Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 7:05 PM
Made me smile. A poetic delight Andrea.
May Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 6:16 PM
A nice trip down memory lane Andrea..
Pandit Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 12:26 PM
Good contrast you draw, Andrea--between then and now. Amazing how we change in some ways, but still remain.
Allison Avatar
January 16, 2021 at 11:58 AM
wonderful memories and I love the humour here:-) hugs jan xx
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