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A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To the Fitness Center

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A funny thing happened on the way to the fitness center six months after my New Year's resolution to get thinner It seemed a good idea then to start a program of exercise Now I'm thinking this is thinking I need to psychoanalyze The Take-It-Off notice says my time will soon expire I assume they are aware I don't plan to perspire Nevertheless I put together my best workout outfit I'm on my way but I have to say I'm just not feeling it My, oh my, there's a Starbuck's a few blocks away A shot of caffeine should help start this exhausting day I'll just go in... Could that be? Yes, it is! My good friend I haven't seen her since I don't even remember when Yes, thank you! I will join you... with a donut and a latte Oh no, you're not keeping me... I can workout any ol' day An hour later I'm driving home sipping on an ice mocha I start thinking that tomorrow I really should try yoga June 28, 2018 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way Contest by Robert Haigh Sixth Place

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James Inman

Date: 6/28/2020 1:06:00 AM

Enjoyed this very much, you put a smile on my face. Since this virus I have gained soooo much weight. Ugh!

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 7/24/2018 1:56:00 PM

Back to wish you congratulations on your well-deserved win!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/25/2018 2:58:00 AM

Thanks, Michelle.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/23/2018 6:42:00 PM

Congratulations Susan. Tom

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/25/2018 2:57:00 AM

Thanks, Tom.

Eve Roper

Date: 7/11/2018 10:41:00 PM

Enjoyed reading , Susan , luck in the contest.

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/12/2018 8:48:00 AM

Thanks, Eve.

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 7/10/2018 3:03:00 PM

This is so me, really enjoyed this, good luck in the contest!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/10/2018 8:38:00 PM

Thank you!

Tania Kitchin

Date: 7/3/2018 8:44:00 PM

Awesome poem, I could see myself doing this!

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/4/2018 2:43:00 AM

Thanks, Tania! :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/2/2018 7:21:00 PM

Love those last four lines, Susan. Who can't relate to them?! Good luck in the contest. Best wishes, Gershon

Susan Gentry
Date: 7/3/2018 8:06:00 AM

Thank so much!

Charlie Smith

Date: 6/30/2018 9:37:00 AM

The most physical part of my workout is trying to convince myself to work out. Good one Susan...

Susan Gentry
Date: 6/30/2018 2:51:00 PM

I hear you. Thanks. :)

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 6/30/2018 8:21:00 AM

I love the way you master the rhymes at the end; it seems flawless to me. Good luck in the contest.

Susan Gentry
Date: 6/30/2018 2:50:00 PM

Thanks, Caren. :)

Lyric Man

Date: 6/29/2018 5:00:00 AM

Hi Susan.. I certainly enjoyed reading your interesting poem this morning. I hope you'll take the time to let me know your thoughts on my latest write. Blessings!

Susan Gentry
Date: 6/29/2018 6:47:00 AM

Why thank you! I sure will. :)