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This Too Shall Pass

So much to do and so little time. Sometimes life has no rhythm or rhyme. When I've got lots of money I have no time. When I've got lots of time I haven't a dime' So if I'm gonna eat I must go to work. If I sit on my butt I'll just lose my shirt. Got up this morning filled with dread. Just had a feeling I should stay in bed. Took a cold shower, there's no hot water. Stood shivering and wondering why do I bother. To even think about work is absurd, For sure this day will be for the birds. But I have to go in so I started to dress. Time's growing short but I must look my best. Pulled on my new stockings, I'm under the gun, And just looky there, my big toe made a run. I'll have to wear pants 'cause I have no others. Fix my hair, brush my teeth, hope make-up covers, Two zits on my face that appeared over night, Have I gained some weight, these pants are too tight. Grab my shoes and my purse and jump in the car. Now it won't start, well that's about par. I'm shook and I'm mad and I'm losing it fast. Just sit, think and breathe, this too shall pass.

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Lisa Ricci

Date: 5/5/2021 4:31:00 AM

Good Morning Judy. How true. I think we can all relate from time to time. I see both humor and reality to which sides were displayed well. Thank you for sharing. May this day find you well.

Judy Ball
Date: 5/6/2021 12:33:00 PM

Thank you so much Lisa. God Bless, JB

Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/2/2021 7:11:00 PM

-- Although Murphys Law will still remain in full force! :) gw

Judy Ball
Date: 5/6/2021 12:29:00 PM

Thanks bunches Gershon. God Bless, JB

Alexis Y.

Date: 5/1/2021 8:09:00 PM

Hi Judy, I did laugh reading some of the lines; in life, things just don't go well. Nevertheless, we have to remain positive and remember what you wrote, “ This To Shall Pass.” I enjoyed the read. Have a great evening:-) Alexis

Judy Ball
Date: 5/6/2021 12:25:00 PM

Thanks bunches Alexis. Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB

Panagiota Romios

Date: 4/30/2021 11:11:00 PM

You made me laugh, Judy, this is soo Relatable. Car not starting? I think those buggers do it on purpose.

Judy Ball
Date: 4/30/2021 11:17:00 PM

Thanks bunches Pangie. Just a poem. I'm okay on that end. God Bless, JB

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/30/2021 11:02:00 PM

You had some bad luck, Judy. As Scarlet said: Tomorrow is another day. :)

Judy Ball
Date: 4/30/2021 11:08:00 PM

Victor I can't begin to tell you. Thanks bunches. God Bless, JB

Eve Roper

Date: 4/30/2021 10:11:00 PM

I remember days like this in my youth, I still have them in my retirement ,but i try to ignore and gone with my day, It can wait for another day. Love the write.

Judy Ball
Date: 4/30/2021 10:55:00 PM

Me too my friend. Thanks bunches. God Bless, JB

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 4/30/2021 8:42:00 PM

We've all had days like this-when not one thing seemed to go right. Sometimes you just wish you could turn the hands of the clock back and try again! I enjoyed reading this, Judy. :D

Judy Ball
Date: 4/30/2021 10:46:00 PM

Thank you so much Evelyn. God Bless, JB