Thursday, March 29, 2012

Know it All...

This little poem is linked to week 99 of Saturday Centus. To read other offerings, just click here. The prompt is in bold and this is EXACTLY 100 words.



You told me and told me
But I didn’t understand
So I’m flipping these burgers...
and I’m living the dream, man.
You said pay attention,
To learn what I can.
Now I pump gasoline,
and I’m living the dream, man.
I thought you were crazy,
and knew nothing at all!
because you’re old and un-cool.
I’m not dropping THIS ball!
My life isn’t captured
in the trap of your fear
Your pronouncements and warnings
just fell on deaf ears.
I’m alone, far from home now
Hope you understand.
I’m too prideful to call you,
While I’m living the dream, man.


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14 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 29, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Perfecto!

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  2. Ms. AMarch 29, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    I know a number of people this could apply to. I also know almost as many that could say, I told you so!

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  3. VikiMarch 29, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    Cute little poem, ha, ha.

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  4. Susan AndersonMarch 29, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    A familiar story, for sure...

    =)

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  5. AnitaMarch 29, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    You should get someone to record you rapping that. And if you can't rap, I'm sure you can find a youngster who can. :)

    That's a good lesson for young people.

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  6. StefMarch 29, 2012 at 7:44 PM

    I like it. Although I hope that it isn't true for my children, though.

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  7. AmesMarch 29, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    Ain't it the truth? My daughter thought I was stupid and didn't know anything. Everything I said fell on deaf ears ....until she had her first child. Then it was momma what do I do? :)

    Good one Jenny!~Ames

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  8. anitamombanitaMarch 29, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    I'm sure this little ditty will resonate with a lot of parents. Great one, Mrs. Jenny.

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  9. WilloughbyMarch 30, 2012 at 5:14 AM

    Love it!

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  10. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)March 30, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    Yep, this is what happens to those who settle...'Livin' their dream!

    Great poem sweetie, you've got the gift!!!

    God bless ya and enjoy your weekend...mine may truly involve flippin' some burgers! Heeeheheheh!!!

    Come on over! :o)

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  11. People Who Know Me Would Say:March 31, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    That could've been my son 10 years ago! Well done!

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  12. Busy Bee SuzMarch 31, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    WOW!!!! You did good Jenny!

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  13. JudieApril 1, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    I used to tell my teenage kids, "Run away from home now, while you still know everything!!"

    Just a joke, of course!

    xoxo,
    J.

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  14. UnknownApril 3, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Great write!

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