Gershon Wolf Poet Rhyme

The Good Old Days of Transistor Radios

Way back in the mists of the 1950's
Transistor radios were really quite nifty
I saved for such a long time
Spent every last one of my dimes
Bought me a red crystal-set 'rocket ship'
A radio custom-built to take a long trip

Under the covers I'd dive about nine
The reception on WABC, New York, just fine
I'd stay up way past my bedtime
Thrilling to sportscasts in my secret shrine

You can probably guess how all this ended
My parents caught me, my secret upended
Yet they saw how I cried over how they'd pried
And pretty soon they too were so teary-eyed
They backed right down -- my dream hadn't died
  ~ Tears of laughter all three of us cried



                January 13, 2021
          The Good Old Days Contest
           Sponsor: Mystic Rose Rose

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Paula Goldsmith January 17, 2021 at 9:44 AM Congratulations on your win. A "Wonderful" story/write about your radio. The first radio was always the best. Great memories last forever. Enjoy your win/day with blessings.............

Mystic Rose Rose January 17, 2021 at 5:11 AM Dear Gershon, I too had a little radio that was my pride and joy. Thank you for the sweet memories and for joining. Congrats on your win, much enjoyed your verse.

Beryl Edmonds January 15, 2021 at 9:56 AM A wonderful memory Gershon, what understanding parents you had back in the days of radio waves. All the best... Belle Gershon Wolf January 17, 2021 at 7:03 PM Yes, you are right about my my parents... I certainly should have shown them more appreciation than I did! Thank you, Belle. Sweetness and Splendor, Gershon

Cecilia Macfarlane January 14, 2021 at 9:01 AM A terrific poem written in amazing rhyme. Enjoyed your wonderful memory. Hugs Gershon Wolf January 14, 2021 at 7:10 PM Thank you so much for the spirited comment, Cecilia. All the best to you and yours in the new year. Light and Joy, Gershon

Regina Mcintosh January 14, 2021 at 3:50 AM Lovely entry. God bless you dear Gershon :) God bless you always Gershon Wolf January 14, 2021 at 7:09 PM Regina, thank you for the blessings and encouraging words. May God reward you in kind for your faith and love. Warmest wishes, Gershon

Unseeking Seeker January 13, 2021 at 9:16 PM Great write, Gershon, as always! Good luck for the contest! Gershon Wolf January 14, 2021 at 7:08 PM Thanks, Seeker. Appreciate your good wishes. Happiness Always, Gershon

Caren Krutsinger January 13, 2021 at 8:11 PM Transistor radios were so high-tech I remember thinking nothing could ever be more modern or stylish! Thank you for the memory! Gershon Wolf January 13, 2021 at 8:16 PM Yeah, they were really cool. I remember the two crystal-sets that I put together. When they worked, I went berserk! So happy! Ah, those were the days! :) gw