Tried and True

I’ve never heard a podcast,
Which reveals that I am old.
I don’t know how to stream one
(And don’t want to, truth be told).

I’ve never paid with Venmo
And the same applies to Zelle.
My credit cards and checks or cash
Have served me very well.

My doorbell has no camera
And my house has no alarm
And so far, lacking both,
I haven’t come to any harm.

If you stop by for some coffee,
You must wait until it perks
Since I’m happily old-fashioned,
For the tried and true still works.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2024



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Date: 3/4/2024 7:29:00 PM
Hahaha. We are Luddites, mighty, mighty Luddites. ~ Worse than you (no smartphone, no apps, no nuthin').
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Date: 3/2/2024 7:39:00 PM
I love this one. I'm in full agreement. Just this past week, I decided to go cash. Credit card or cash,it doesn't matter- when it's gone, it's gone. So I'll use cash. And be more private using it.
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Date: 3/2/2024 1:33:00 PM
Dear Ilene, you wonderfully speak to the beauty of simplicity and steadfastness in a world of constant change. Your embrace of traditional ways reflecting a reverence for the familiar and reliable. In a culture driven by technology and convenience, your words tell of the value found in the timeless rituals of everyday life. Your poem is a gentle celebration of authenticity and resilience, a testament to the enduring power of tradition. A heartfelt reflection. It's a reminder to cherish our time. - Blessings, Daniel
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Date: 3/2/2024 1:27:00 PM
Love your poem. My hubby installed an alarm when he was travelling. It would rather be alarming to wake up to that!! Great poem...great life!
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