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What's the capitol of South Dakota

Made a cuppa coffee this morning Forgot about it I think I ate breakfast Can’t remember what I combed my hair Singular Musta brushed my teeth They’re back in my mouth I wear a shirt that reads “IF FOUND PLEASE RETURN” Socks that disagree with each other Shirts that read like a virtual menu Shoes that tie themselves The best place to look for my glasses Is in the lost and found pile I shave when my beard Gets to that itchy stage Bathe when the dog moves To the far end of the couch I laugh a lot Not always sure why Or for what reason I have children And phones That are smarter than I am Yet nowhere near as wise When my doctors ask “any questions” I reply “yeah, what’s the capital of South Dakota” They are generally not amused I don’t think they know….

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Date: 1/3/2025 4:18:00 PM
Lol! So many good lines especially the dog moving on the couch. And answering the doc's question-perfect. People ask me 'How'd you sleep', I usually say 'On my side.'
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Date: 1/3/2025 1:28:00 PM
Is it Bangkok? Wait, let me guess again...
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Date: 1/2/2025 7:39:00 PM
That's showin' 'em, John. lol. ~ Pea Heir
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John Lawless
Date: 1/3/2025 10:54:00 AM
often incorrectly pronounced....pee here
Date: 1/2/2025 2:19:00 PM
Thanks for the laugh John. A humorous theme I enjoyed very much. Keep up the great work and love this witty poem of yours. I can relate to some of these and I think most people over fifty can also... Thanks John for sharing, brought me joy to read.
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Date: 1/2/2025 1:48:00 PM
I enjoyed reading your fun/wonderful write. Thanks for the laugh. I really needed it. Love the sign on your shirt. Yes, please return... Have A Blessed New Year 2025......
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Date: 1/2/2025 1:20:00 PM
not only do i love this, john, but i read it to my husband who said, "that is as good as it gets! wish I'd written it!" bravo!
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John Lawless
Date: 1/3/2025 10:56:00 AM
that is the ultimate compliment from on poet to another, glad you liked it Ilene just havin' some fun at my own expense..
Date: 1/2/2025 9:22:00 AM
Oh the gifts of aging, gracefully.
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John Lawless
Date: 1/3/2025 10:59:00 AM
not sure how gracefully but every day has its moments. Thanks for stopping by to read and hopefully laugh

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