Old Men
What old men like to do19 total reviews
Comment from BeasPeas
This is quite true. I know someone who does exactly what you describe here. You must have been a waitress. I enjoyed reading this entry and I wish you much luck in the contest. Marilyn
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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This is quite true. I know someone who does exactly what you describe here. You must have been a waitress. I enjoyed reading this entry and I wish you much luck in the contest. Marilyn
Comment Written 20-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Thank you, BeasPeas, for your kind review of my poem. Never been a waitress; just an observer of old men. :o)
Jo
Comment from jenintorre
I very much enjoyed reading this as it showed a very nice, relaxed side of being older
As opposed to doom and gloom. Well done and good luck in the competition.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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I very much enjoyed reading this as it showed a very nice, relaxed side of being older
As opposed to doom and gloom. Well done and good luck in the competition.
Comment Written 18-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Thank you, Jennintorre, for your review of my work. I am glad you liked it.
Jo
Comment from marybell1
I enjoyed reading your Yay I'm Getting old poem "Old Men". You told the story well. - I guess that is really all old men can do. I think companionship is good to help wilde away their time.
All the best.
Marybell1.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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I enjoyed reading your Yay I'm Getting old poem "Old Men". You told the story well. - I guess that is really all old men can do. I think companionship is good to help wilde away their time.
All the best.
Marybell1.
Comment Written 18-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Marybell, thank you for reviewing my poem.
Jo
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You are most welcome.
Marybell1.
Comment from Irish Rain
I KNOW these old men, ha ha. I was a waitress for 17 years, and they'd come in every week, still do. This is a most excellent entry!! Blessings...
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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I KNOW these old men, ha ha. I was a waitress for 17 years, and they'd come in every week, still do. This is a most excellent entry!! Blessings...
Comment Written 17-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Thank you, Irish Rain, for reviewing my work. Wow, 17 years. I bet you know a lot about human nature.
Jo
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Nothing surprises me, ha ha...
Comment from mermaids
Excellent free verse poem that describes the get together of elderly men discussing life. The reader feels like she is watching a scene clearly. I wish you well in the contest.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Excellent free verse poem that describes the get together of elderly men discussing life. The reader feels like she is watching a scene clearly. I wish you well in the contest.
Comment Written 17-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Thank you, mermaids, for reviewing my work.
Jo
Comment from smileycloud
very nice entry indeed
free verse is a little elusive in my mind
I am not sure if I should review with or without structure
in my free verse I tend to ramble on and on but here you have kept a fine and excellent pace
good story line
excellent flow
very picturesque wording and the imagery has taken my little mind all the way to Italy or France
have a smiley day
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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very nice entry indeed
free verse is a little elusive in my mind
I am not sure if I should review with or without structure
in my free verse I tend to ramble on and on but here you have kept a fine and excellent pace
good story line
excellent flow
very picturesque wording and the imagery has taken my little mind all the way to Italy or France
have a smiley day
Comment Written 17-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Thank you, smileycloud, for reviewing my contest poem. I am glad you liked it.
Jo
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written poem about aging. When we get older we have more freedom to do what we like to do. There are no time restrictions and work schedules.
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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A very well-written poem about aging. When we get older we have more freedom to do what we like to do. There are no time restrictions and work schedules.
Comment Written 17-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Sandra, I am glad you enjoyed my poem. Thank you for reviewing.
Jo
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This is a comforting write of men enjoying their retirement and catching up on gossip, your words are innocent and each man has lead a different life but can come together to enjoy each other's company, a warm and sincere write, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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This is a comforting write of men enjoying their retirement and catching up on gossip, your words are innocent and each man has lead a different life but can come together to enjoy each other's company, a warm and sincere write, love Dolly x
Comment Written 16-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Dolly, thank you for your kind review of my poem.
Jo
Comment from Dean Kuch
I've seen this scenario played out in real life time and time again, Jo.
Old timers, very early in the morning getting together over a hot cuppa Joe at the local diner or cafe to shoot the breeze.
When my ex-wife worked as a waitress and we had just one car, sometimes I would take her to work because I'd need the car later on. I'd go inside and have some breakfast and a cup of coffee on those days, and they they were--the farmers and retirees, all hobnobbing around the counter.
So, yes, this is a common sight in almost any town.
Good writing, and best wishes to you in the contest.
~Dean :)
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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I've seen this scenario played out in real life time and time again, Jo.
Old timers, very early in the morning getting together over a hot cuppa Joe at the local diner or cafe to shoot the breeze.
When my ex-wife worked as a waitress and we had just one car, sometimes I would take her to work because I'd need the car later on. I'd go inside and have some breakfast and a cup of coffee on those days, and they they were--the farmers and retirees, all hobnobbing around the counter.
So, yes, this is a common sight in almost any town.
Good writing, and best wishes to you in the contest.
~Dean :)
Comment Written 16-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Dean, thank you for reviewing my poem. I am glad it was a common scene for many.
Jo
Comment from MizKat
Hi justjo66,
I enjoyed reading your contest entry poem.
You are always wonderful at writing them.
I know what it's like to be old because I am.
I'm eighty years old and might make it to 81.
Kat
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Hi justjo66,
I enjoyed reading your contest entry poem.
You are always wonderful at writing them.
I know what it's like to be old because I am.
I'm eighty years old and might make it to 81.
Kat
Comment Written 16-Nov-2017
reply by the author on 01-Dec-2017
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Thank you, Kat, for reviewing my poem. I am 69 and considered old. LOL My mom is 88 and still very young at heart and mind. Staying busy, I think, is one of the keys.
Jo
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Hi Jo,
You're much younger than I am. I didn't know that I'd make it this long.
LOL
Kat
