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Tissues In Your Pocket

If you have a little sniffle Then your pockets might contain One or several crumpled tissues So you will not search in vain. But the trick is to remember When your clothing hits the wash That those pockets must be emptied Or you'll come upon - oh gosh! Lots of shreds and clumps of tissue In the lint trap and, as well, Stuck to every top and bottom That the dryer spins pell-mell. It will take some time to gather All those scraps that you can glean, But don't blame yourself too harshly For at least you know they're clean!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 10/18/2018 4:56:00 PM
Ha, ha! A gem, Ilene! … When I forget a tissue or two in my pocket --- rarely, thank Heaven --- can you just picture the look on my wife's face?! (I know you can!). Best wishes, Gershon
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Date: 10/15/2018 4:01:00 PM
Having suffered the consequences of a stray tissue (and having to re wash all the items to get rid of the lint) I am very careful to check all the pockets and sleeves lol - fabulous humour Ilene, you really should write a book it is one I would buy!!! !:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 10/15/2018 2:11:00 PM
I have had this happen before and it is no fun. Nice one Ilene.
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