The Usher

A Broadway play, a matinee,
Two seats right on the aisle.
The highest row, but even so,
We both left with a smile.

The show was sad, yet we were glad
For every great performer
Was new to us and, as a plus,
What made us feel much warmer

Was meeting John, a paragon
Among all theater ushers.
He made us laugh, unlike some staff
Who only act as shushers.

It’s kind of rare to really share
An unforeseen connection,
But our good luck relied on pluck
And also, seat selection!

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Date: 10/18/2024 4:49:00 PM
A nice one. I agree that being agreeable is necessary at a matinee. Your poem brings back memories of my movie going days.
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 10/22/2024 10:45:00 AM
Good to hear from you, Hilda! Thank you!
Date: 10/17/2024 11:28:00 PM
Loved this a very uplifting poem!
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 10/22/2024 10:45:00 AM
Thank you for taking the time to comment, Arthur!
Date: 10/17/2024 3:30:00 PM
sounds like a wonderful afternoon - what was the show you saw Iiene? hugs Jan x
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 10/22/2024 10:44:00 AM
The show was "The Hills of California," which i believe was first shown in London. It was well-written and acted...
Date: 10/17/2024 1:17:00 PM
Life is funny isn't Ilene…you never know who you will meet in a day and what connections will be made or formed if only momentarily! Love your wonderful poems of everyday life this one included!! Debx
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 10/22/2024 10:45:00 AM
Thank you, Deb! Much appreciated...
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