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When In Rome

Do what the Romans do, Do what, to who. If you are on holiday in Rome, A long way from home, Embrace their culture. And leave all else alone. You will enjoy your visit more, When you find out what's in store. Opportunities abound, In this foreign land. Do what the Romans do, Explore and relish all that's new. Look and learn as you explore, People and situations you have not seen before. Don't make comparisons when you are in Rome. Do what the Romans do, Or stay at home.

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Rico Leffanta

Date: 12/18/2021 10:08:00 AM

Other than stormdrains clogged with prophylactics, my most prominent memory of Rome is of a place where drivers steer with their knees because their hands are on the passenger, and yet they drive more carefully than Americans with both hands on the wheel . . . . .

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 12/18/2021 1:33:00 PM

Thank Goodness they use prophylactics. keeping the population down, Less is best sometimes.

Deb M

Date: 12/17/2021 5:26:00 PM

Hi Shirley…..a really great poem which has received two interesting responses….toilet paper and behind pinching hehe! What is it about Rome and bums??!!!

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 12/18/2021 4:39:00 AM

Ha Ha, Loved your comment. Nero fiddled while Rome burns, Someone spelt it wrong. Or perhaps not.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 12/17/2021 4:10:00 PM

Hmmm...I understand the Roman men are big on pinching behinds. Is this true? I can do that!

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 12/18/2021 4:47:00 AM

I think they might be if given a chance. It's a lovely place to visit.

Deb M
Date: 12/17/2021 5:20:00 PM

HaHa…You are naughty Milton!! Keep your hands to yourself Sir!! Debx

Quoth Theraven

Date: 12/17/2021 2:37:00 PM

Hello Shirley, Know truer adage I know than 'When in Rome'. But their toilet paper leaves much to be desired. And you'll wait alot and learn to say Dai, andiamo! -Richard

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 12/18/2021 5:00:00 AM

Come on. Richard is it, in short supply? Christmas Blessings to you and yours. Thank you for your amusing comment. Take care. Shirley

Deb M
Date: 12/17/2021 5:21:00 PM

Hi Richard….what’s wrong with the Roman toilet paper ? Debx