Undercover Mother

It’s a nicely warmed day
The sun beaming through the blue
70’s rock on the radio
And I’m feeling it too
The bass throbs through the speakers
And pulsates my heart
That I remember all the words
Makes me thrilled off the chart
The volume too loud
But who gives a flip
I’m riding alone on this little trip

My sunglasses on
The windows rolled down
I feel the need for speed
So I’m headin’ out of town
My hair is wild in the wind
I’m hangin’ tight in the curves
All my senses alive
In case I have to swerve

The gear shift feels good
In the palm of my hand
Satisfied with the knowledge
I can out drive any man

There’s nothing like driving
This barren stretch of #8
But I look at the clock 
And see I’m almost late

Slow my speed to a whisper
I head back into town
I fix my hair in the mirror
The music goes down

Satisfied with the knowledge
That the wild is still there
No matter what the age
I’ve learned not to despair
Sometimes you just have to 
Throw away the rules
As long as you aren’t late
To pick the kids up from school
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Ingle Avatar
February 25, 2009 at 9:06 PM
Yea, don't be late picking the kids up. I love this one too..great writing Ms. Laurie. Thanks for your comments on I Stared The Devil In His Eye. Did you catch my drift on: in his eye. A sneeringly one sided view, him never looking me straight in the eyes. Just a thought, not a big deal. You always have some beautiful writings every time I have a chance to check them out..I've been busy here lately getting my songs and lyrics ready for copyrighting, so I can hook up with BMI. Lawrence in Lou.
P. Avatar
February 10, 2009 at 1:03 AM
Laurie... nice one!! my mom wishes to throw away the rules... sometimes it ain't easy!! good one... ~ Arany
Curcio Avatar
February 5, 2009 at 5:48 AM
LOL "who gives a flip" - Terrific poem. Wild, like Thelma and Louise, only all on your own. You rock!
Ehigiator Avatar
February 4, 2009 at 4:11 PM
LOL, this was really great, I could picture this so clearly, cruising down the street, rocking to the beat, no thoughts in mind, just you and the road..Great picture here..I bump my music all the time, roll the windows down so everyone could hear and just take the road on a lasting journey..I don't know half the time where I'm going, I'm just going..Awesome write. Let the world know.. MOMS rock too.Keep up the Great work. God Bless you*Tyesha...
Reynolds Avatar
February 4, 2009 at 2:43 AM
HA! That's me, rockin down the road to pick up the kids, love it. I'm with colin, give me a festival anyday, I cannot WAIT for this summer, Phish is back together, woohoo, bring it OOOON! Love, me
Moreno Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 3:22 PM
Great poem Laurie and thanks for your support. Nice visual and very creative...Raul
Williams Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 12:27 PM
Oh YEr...!!!!!! Nice one Laurie.... this really made me smile.. what I need is three day rock festivals.... tents, open air and very loud music.... if I don't walk away with my ears ringing.. I am disappointed... LOL great work Laurie ! The Rebellion is never over.... LOL
Winter Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 10:52 AM
Laurie, this has me smiling so big! What an awesome write. You wild woman! ~lol~ Very clever and completely excellent! Love, Shar
Gass Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 8:53 AM
Laurie, this is such a terrific write. It leaves me with a good feeling. Your inspiration is a breath of fresh air. Awesome writing. You go girlfriend! Loveudo too, Robin
Strand Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 8:45 AM
A woman's work ^ all that eh Laurie.Nice work.rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments
Richards Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 8:20 AM
There's always a bit of the wild part of me too...even at my age...my grandkids think I'm a riot! :) Loved this poem!! ~ Love, Carrie...ps I hope your headache is much better!! (better yet...gone!!)
Degenhardt Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 6:42 AM
Yeah, there's always reality we have to get back to. This is great, it offers nostalgia and a sense of freedom and fun. Lovely rhyme! Michael
Atanacio Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 6:10 AM
Well written--clever--- and we all do that in our minds-- eat the road up and drive those baron highways- or at least I do it in my mind.. but I'm never late picking up the kids--well not always.. well not as many times this year than last.. I too digress LOL
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February 3, 2009 at 5:20 AM
This is a wonderful write Ms. Laurie. I loved the action throughout and the freedom that resonated in the piece. This made me want to get in the car and just drive not worrying about anything in the world..just drive. I hope that you are able to get on highway 8 and drive for a while...well written. Love, Chris.
Kelly Avatar
February 3, 2009 at 3:13 AM
What a cleverrrrrr piece , Laurie .....
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