Work Place Blues

I have so much to do
I can't get it all done
To many balls in the air
I can't juggle every one

I am sure you've heard of me
The guy who dropped the ball
Now here I am 
Knocking my head against the wall

They say that nice guys
Always finish last
It seems that's the case
I'm getting there fast

Just one more job
Added to my plate
Now I'm in trouble
You're out on your date

In the end I'm fired
I think that's okay
Your turn to work
My time to play

Disclaimer: don't send donations, still happily working here in Kelowna. I am however considering setting up a holiday fund if you wish to contribute to that:))

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012



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Date: 7/16/2014 7:07:00 PM
Haha, oh that is a fun cool poem. :)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/17/2014 7:48:00 AM
I had forgotten about this one.
Date: 6/10/2014 3:34:00 PM
Work Place Blues, of which I think many here could relate to, me included. Another ring read from your writing tree, James :)
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 7/17/2014 7:49:00 AM
Writing tree! I like that thought.nthanks James.
Date: 11/7/2012 6:14:00 AM
Good thing you added that 'disclaimer' my friend! Was just about to mail you a whopping big cheque when I'm actually struggling myself! Hey! But for a friend... LOL Fun stuff Richard! Cheers, Jack
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Date: 11/6/2012 12:34:00 PM
maybe you should just through the balls at your boss and tell the ape to earn it's salary - if you are your own boss, well, get your priorities in better order - a nice poem of woe Richard - J.A.B. %
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/6/2012 12:49:00 PM
Actually I am pretty lucky to have a good job and great people to work with. Just having a bit of fun with my words. glad you enjoyed. Thanks for commenting.
Date: 11/6/2012 10:28:00 AM
An excellent write that I enjoyed reading today Richard. I hope to have more time in the future to read more. Love, Carol
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Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/6/2012 12:50:00 PM
Thanks Carol
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