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What's That Word

Common is what it means Oh why can't I think of it Now regular or usual maybe Very soon now I may have a fit Every time I try to remember Nothing happens at all The word might be standard If I don't get it may have to squall One time I'm thinking normal Next typical seems to be right Accepted is close but that's not it Looks like it going to be a long night!

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Date: 5/11/2017 9:48:00 AM

Hey, Rog., I'd place you in your 70's based on this POV. I'm there and find myself wondering "why am I here?" Simple activity like walking from one room to the next and having to push myself to come up with an answer, "why am I here?" So far, after a brief time, I can reach a conclusion. I ponder the thought - what happens when the "conventional" answer does not come? Thanks for sparking my thoughts; I enjoyed your piece.

Pat Adams
Date: 5/11/2017 5:28:00 PM

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. I'm Pushing it pretty hard. It seems like most of the dirt around here is at least a couple of years younger than me. Not sure if that means I'm doing good or just kind of sneaking by! :)