Check Engine Light
Silly Poem about Aging27 total reviews
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Yes, I think my check engine light has also been on for some time! When we're young we tend to have 'mechanical' faults one at a time, not a whole shedful of them! The image is great, Cecilia, and, at the end of the day, we need to see the humorous side of growing old, even though it's often not pretty, as your fourth stanza suggests! Well done! Debbie
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Yes, I think my check engine light has also been on for some time! When we're young we tend to have 'mechanical' faults one at a time, not a whole shedful of them! The image is great, Cecilia, and, at the end of the day, we need to see the humorous side of growing old, even though it's often not pretty, as your fourth stanza suggests! Well done! Debbie
Comment Written 19-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Debbie,
Thank you for the wonderful review. This was a fun poem to write. I appreciate you.
Cecilia
Comment from Nicki.B
Well this really brought a smile to my face as soon as I saw the name I said, haha, she's done it!
I love the dramatic starting stanza, 'what was going on I thought I might be dead!
Then onto to all the aches and pains and the weak bladder reference with ' pee running down my leg' made me laugh out loud. (or is it really something to laugh about!)
Well if we can't be silly and and joke and make fun about these things, wouldn't be miserable fools!
Brilliant, well done, such fun.
Nicki xox
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Well this really brought a smile to my face as soon as I saw the name I said, haha, she's done it!
I love the dramatic starting stanza, 'what was going on I thought I might be dead!
Then onto to all the aches and pains and the weak bladder reference with ' pee running down my leg' made me laugh out loud. (or is it really something to laugh about!)
Well if we can't be silly and and joke and make fun about these things, wouldn't be miserable fools!
Brilliant, well done, such fun.
Nicki xox
Comment Written 19-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Nicki,
Thank you for the wonderful review. I'm glad you enjoyed it. If you hadn't mentioned that it would make a great title for a poem. I wouldn't have given it much more thought.
Thank you my friend for making my muse come back and give me some creativity. I appreciate you.
Cecilia xoxo
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Haha! Glad to be of help, always appreciatw you too always a great support!
isn't it amazing the things/persons that can prompt!
I haven't had much time to write or review all week and it feels like a little drought! But I'm just so busy, I hope to get back to it soon!
Take care friend xox
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I've missed you my friend, but this is a busy time of year. Hope to see you soon.
Cecilia
Comment from Elizabeth Delaney
This humorous yet relatable poem captures the struggles of aging with wit and resilience, reflecting a determined spirit in the face of life's physical challenges.
It is a very well written poem! I really enjoyed reading this. Thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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This humorous yet relatable poem captures the struggles of aging with wit and resilience, reflecting a determined spirit in the face of life's physical challenges.
It is a very well written poem! I really enjoyed reading this. Thanks for sharing
Comment Written 19-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Elizabeth,
Thank you for the wonderful review. It was fun writing it. Glad you enjoyed it.
Cecilia
Comment from Alexandra Trovato
I enjoyed your poem. I am 58, myself. The only thing is that I've had multiple sclerosis since I was 26. I suffered attacks of blindness ever since my child was born. Childbirth often triggers women to get MS. So I've known my body betraying me since then. Now I've come to view it as God having prepared me for what others are now startled by.
I have learned how to save energy etc. Now that I'm n older it seems like I'm still in my mid 20s. It's been a blessing in disguise.
I watch as my identical twin ages and feels betrayed by her body but, I had a heads up. At 26, I knew the feeling of my body having the power to betray me. At the same time, I've strengthened my Faith that God has the power to see me through things. I've lost my sight yearly for 25 years then I'd have emissions. Ups and downs I've faced with God by my side.
Today I can see and walk. I do not have a negative view of aging because I feel better not worse.
I enjoyed reading and I want you to know, you cab still overcome the changes.
Best wishes,
Alex
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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I enjoyed your poem. I am 58, myself. The only thing is that I've had multiple sclerosis since I was 26. I suffered attacks of blindness ever since my child was born. Childbirth often triggers women to get MS. So I've known my body betraying me since then. Now I've come to view it as God having prepared me for what others are now startled by.
I have learned how to save energy etc. Now that I'm n older it seems like I'm still in my mid 20s. It's been a blessing in disguise.
I watch as my identical twin ages and feels betrayed by her body but, I had a heads up. At 26, I knew the feeling of my body having the power to betray me. At the same time, I've strengthened my Faith that God has the power to see me through things. I've lost my sight yearly for 25 years then I'd have emissions. Ups and downs I've faced with God by my side.
Today I can see and walk. I do not have a negative view of aging because I feel better not worse.
I enjoyed reading and I want you to know, you cab still overcome the changes.
Best wishes,
Alex
Comment Written 19-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Alex,
Thank you for the wonderful review. I'm sorry for your bodies betrayal so early on, however it seems like you have conquered it. With God by our side anything is possible.
Cecilia
Comment from jmdg1954
Phew... I just turned 70 on 12/14, but, what's check engine light?
I feel very fortunate in that I have no maladies. Believe me, I'm not bragging as I do I not want to jinx myself.
I like the comparison though of our bodies having a check engine light as your poem details.
Thank you for sharing.
John
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reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Phew... I just turned 70 on 12/14, but, what's check engine light?
I feel very fortunate in that I have no maladies. Believe me, I'm not bragging as I do I not want to jinx myself.
I like the comparison though of our bodies having a check engine light as your poem details.
Thank you for sharing.
John
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Comment Written 19-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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John,
Thank you for the wonderful review. A check engine light is something on a car that comes on when something is wrong with it. LOL
Cecilia
Comment from Angel Debbie
This is a cute comparison of our bodies to an auto check engine light. Sometimes I think my check engine light is on when my blood sugar is up. Then I better check. Excellent write very creative your muse is working just fine.
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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This is a cute comparison of our bodies to an auto check engine light. Sometimes I think my check engine light is on when my blood sugar is up. Then I better check. Excellent write very creative your muse is working just fine.
Comment Written 19-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Angel,
Thank you for the wonderful review. Yes, the muse is back. FINALLY!
Cecilia
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I had fun reading this poem. I'll be 71 in January. I feel my check engine hasn't gone off for quite a few years now. LOl Thank you for sharing this poem with us. Like I said it was a fun read.
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reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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I had fun reading this poem. I'll be 71 in January. I feel my check engine hasn't gone off for quite a few years now. LOl Thank you for sharing this poem with us. Like I said it was a fun read.
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Comment Written 19-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2024
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Barbara,
Thank you for the wonderful review. I'm glad you liked it.
Cecilia