The Little Things

When I buy paper towels,
I don’t care about the ply.
I just don’t want boring white ones 
And perhaps you wonder why.

Well, a towel with a picture,
Printed on each rolled-down sheet,
Seems to brighten up my kitchen -
Same with napkins, I’d repeat.

Some have flowers, others veggies,
There are those with bright designs -
Any type of printed image
With my preference aligns.

Lately in the supermarket,
All the choices have been white.
While I looked, another customer
Agreed it wasn’t right.

It’s the little things in life
That pick me up and make my day.
Even something insignificant
Can help me feel okay.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025



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Date: 7/2/2025 12:33:00 PM
What a creative/fun write you have here. Love It... Yes, it is the little things that can make a day happy. Have a happy day writing away..........
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Date: 6/30/2025 7:42:00 PM
To each his own. I like an absorbent paper towel and/or napkin. Pictures go on the front of my refrigerator. lol. ~ Gershon
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Date: 6/30/2025 4:19:00 PM
Hello Ilene, reading your poems always cheers me up, I am like you I like the picture types myself. This is a lovely piece. Have a wonderful new week ahead my friend.
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Date: 6/30/2025 2:21:00 PM
I enjoyed your take on paper towels, Ilene. But your choice as a dear lady isn't mine as a male. Plain white does nicely, and it's a little more economical. / Maurice
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Date: 6/30/2025 1:32:00 PM
Well this made my day, a totally delightful poem.
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Date: 6/30/2025 1:26:00 PM
I get off on paper towels too. No really. Wow. This was profound. Thx for this one
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