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We Don'T Sit At the Table Anymore

The aroma permeates throughout the house. It's that time when we used to sit at the table. The time we would talk to each other. The time we would pass the potatoes and carrots. The time Dad would carve the meat. Mom would remind everyone of their manners, And to keep elbows off the table. It was the time we would laugh and reminisce. Even the dog would hide under the table, Hoping someone would drop anything. Those were the days, BUT We don't sit at the table anymore!

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Date: 9/18/2021 10:36:00 AM
What a wonderful story/write. So very true. It was a fun time to eat/talk. Today everyone is too busy or on their phone. Many dining room tablets are covered. Have a blessed day/weekend.......................
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Virginia Gelok
Date: 10/9/2021 5:59:00 PM
So sorry for taking this long to acknowledge your comment. Thankyou for your interest to read my poems.
Date: 9/17/2021 1:37:00 PM
Good one...and a nice line too... " We don't sit at the table anymore."
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Virginia Gelok
Date: 10/9/2021 6:01:00 PM
I really enjoy sitting at the table. I am grateful that at least when company come we do. Thanks for your comment.
Date: 9/15/2021 7:34:00 AM
So true and wonderfully illustrated, Virginia. How times change!
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Virginia Gelok
Date: 9/15/2021 9:09:00 AM
Thankyou for your comment. I really feel like the odd one out at mealtime because I am the only one that wants to sit at the table.
Date: 9/14/2021 1:42:00 AM
Ah, this is sad but true. I love Thanksgiving because that is when we do actually sit at the table! Sweet memories brought to mind of something most of us took for granted, never expecting things to change.
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Virginia Gelok
Date: 9/15/2021 9:11:00 AM
I love making a meal for others but saddened when they would just as soon sit anywhere but at the table. Thanks for your comment.
Date: 9/13/2021 12:26:00 PM
Hello Virginia, family gatherings have gone into the past. No one does it anymore. Hugs.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 9/14/2021 10:39:00 AM
Hello Virgina, no it is not only your family. this happens to all families. Hugs . Darlene
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Virginia Gelok
Date: 9/13/2021 6:49:00 PM
it is very sad...thought it was only in my family but realize it is everywhere. Hugs to you too
Date: 9/13/2021 11:36:00 AM
I think women just could not face all those dirty dishes any more?
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Virginia Gelok
Date: 9/13/2021 6:52:00 PM
Although I don't have one I suspect 99 percent of women have dishwashers. No excuse! The world is a changing that's for sure!
Date: 9/12/2021 5:46:00 PM
Do they still make tables??? Only kidding.....if the kids could eat the tuff on there i-phones we'd never have to cook again.
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Virginia Gelok
Date: 9/12/2021 8:04:00 PM
Boy isn't that the truth! Just wonder what life is going to be like...scarey for me to think about, although I am sure my folks felt the same way when I sported my first mini skirt.! Thanks for comment.

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