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The Potato Wagon

A new purpose for an old friend.

30 total reviews 
Comment from Sally Law
Exceptional
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I see this is doing quite well without me. This is outstanding, dear Rhonda. A fine work, and so fresh from your own life's experience. My husband and I had three sons four years apart and they loved that red Radio Flyer wagon.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xoxoxo!!

 Comment Written 31-May-2020


reply by the author on 05-Jun-2020
    Sally, thank you for the beautiful 6 star rating. You are so very sweet. I?m glad you have good memories of the red wagon, yourself. Three boys, nice! I had two and one girl. The girl was first, so she tempered Their roughness a bit.

    Take care,
    Rhonda
Comment from w.j.debi
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The Radio Flyer is so full of memories, but how wonderful that is has again found a purpose and is out in the sunshine providing service because it is a sturdy and reliable friend.
Love the picture.

 Comment Written 26-May-2020


reply by the author on 27-May-2020
    Thank you for the wonderful review, and for sharing your comments about the sturdy and reliable friend. It?s served generations of children.
    Take care,
    Rhonda
Comment from R. Hiland
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Fun! Nostalgia gets me every time. You also get points for re-purposing and recycling. And Gardening. And pretty good rhymes. Not much of a poetry review--just a thank you for the smiles.

 Comment Written 26-May-2020


reply by the author on 26-May-2020
    Thank you so much. I had started to make it a story, since I'm trying to make a series of them, but this one just sort of flowed into a poem. I appreciate your time and comments,
    Take care,
    Rhonda
Comment from victor 66
Exceptional
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I love the Radio Flyer wagon. I had one myself 70 years ago, bought two for my sons and gave one to my granddaughter. That in itself is inspirational. I'm thinking about buying another wagon, the same model just for myself and reminiscence. Your poem is very, very nice. Best wishes.











 Comment Written 26-May-2020


reply by the author on 26-May-2020
    Thank you so much, Victor!! I had lost track of the wagon until I came across it at my parent's house after they passed away. I guess the kids took it there at some point to play, and we never took it back home. That's a good thing, because my dad kept it in a safe place.

    I do so very much appreciate the six star rating. That is as heart-warming as your comments.

    Take care,
    Rhonda
reply by victor 66 on 26-Jun-2020
    It was my pleasure, Rhonda.
Comment from Amanda Louise Davis
Good
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I loved this poem. I will say a few lines threw the meter off, but think it was a unique poem because I have never seen a poem about a wagon before. I think you did well with it.

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 Comment Written 25-May-2020


reply by the author on 25-May-2020
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts on my poem. Have a great week,
    Rhonda
Comment from June Sargent
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What a beautiful nostalgic piece you've created! Many can relate to those childhood memories of adventure and pure fun. And now that treasured friends can serve another purpose. I really enjoyed this piece.

 Comment Written 25-May-2020


reply by the author on 25-May-2020
    Thank you, June, for you wonderful review. I like the way you shared how it made you feel.
    Take care,
    Rhonda
Comment from rspoet
Exceptional
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Hello Rhonda,
Much depends upon a little red wagon,
reborn as a potato hauler.
If wagons could sing,
this one would be singing the Potato Song.
Loved your rhymed couplets that sail down memory lane
from ship to stallion, and now a garden companion.
How many bounced out as the wagon rolled along?
Great picture to match.
Six potatoes!
Robert








 Comment Written 25-May-2020


reply by the author on 25-May-2020
    Thank you for the brilliant six potato review, Robert, lol.
    I had to stop several times to replace bouncers as I headed to home with the booty. Good call on that one.
    My husband was the one who loaded it up while I was meeting with another a Master Gardener. When I saw it, I had to take a picture. Mind you it was over 90 degrees outside and he was pretty tired, so I have been more excited about the esthetic quality of his harvest than he was, but he?s a good sport.

    Thanks again for the six potatoes,
    Rhonda
Comment from Bichon
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Such a lovely poem. When I was younger, kids didn't really play in wagons anymore, but I got a good idea of them from your poem. I am glad it could be repurposed! A delightful end!

 Comment Written 25-May-2020


reply by the author on 25-May-2020
    Thank you for your review, my friend, and I?m sorry you didn?t get an opportunity to play with a wagon. It?s is an experience.
    Take care,
    Rhonda
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
Excellent
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"The Potato Wagon", is an extremely well-written and delightfully descriptive piece. With craft and skill this talented poet has told it as it is. I look forward to seeing your next post.

 Comment Written 25-May-2020


reply by the author on 25-May-2020
    Thank you for your wonderful review and thank you for taking time to leave comments.
    Take care,
    Rhonda
reply by duchessofdrumborg on 25-May-2020

    Rhonda,
    you're more than welcome.
    God bless you, take care and stay free!
    the Duchess
Comment from joycetreasures
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Rhonda,
I pray you and your family are well during this pandemic. I love this artwork of the little red wagon. It does bring back many childhood memories for me, and I'm sure many others. I really enjoyed this well-written poem of the lost things of childhood. Beautifully descriptive and so many passionate phrases. Thank you so much for sharing this poem that brought back so many memories. I truly hope you are enjoying your garden and family. So glad your father shared the gift of story telling to you. Thank you. Well-done. Happy writing:-)

 Comment Written 24-May-2020


reply by the author on 25-May-2020
    Joyce, thank you for your very caring review and comments. My husband and I are working hard on enduring this time of crisis. It weighs heavily. How are you faring?
reply by joycetreasures on 25-May-2020
    You are welcome. All is well with my husband and myself. My son, daughter-in-law lives in Scottsdale, Arizona with their 6 children (11 - 22 years old). I am grateful they are well. May God bless your richly this day. Happy Memorial Day to you both.