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Sometimes it's just not your day. It's how you handle it that counts.

This is a repost from 2011 Hope you get a kick out of it.

Woke up this morning somewhere around four, Foot caught in the blanket I fell on the floor. Couldn't get back to sleep so I went for a walk, Got caught in the rain my skin white as chalk. Went to take a hot bath but could not find the plug, So I took a hot shower and I tripped on the rug, Getting out of the shower to dry off and dress, And get ready for work, I must look my best. Could happen to anyone I say with sigh, As I examine the bruise found there on my thigh. Feeling much better I brush out my hair, And put on my makeup with practiced care. I look pretty good in the mirrored wall, Things will get better in spite of it all. I get in the car and head off to work, Forgetting about the stain on my shirt. Went right through the light on the corner of Main. Here comes the cop I'll be late again. Accepting my ticket I smile and I say, What else can happen, it's just not my day.

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 1/7/2022 10:49:00 AM

OH this is hilarious Judy, I absolutely love it - it reminds me of my poem 'Nightmarish shower', when one thing goes wrong, a string of misfortunes sometimes follow and we can later see the funny side of things! I Hope that this year will bring you health, happiness and GODs richest blessings rain upon you, for you are such a special friend and poet on Soup! Hugs, Jennifer.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/6/2022 5:10:00 PM

Hello Judy ... it certainly was not your day. It may have been better if you went back to bed - thank you Judy - Lindsay

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/4/2022 6:39:00 PM

Momma said there'd be days like this... Hope none for you since 2011, Judy. Smiles for miles, Gershon

Judy Ball
Date: 1/5/2022 8:13:00 AM

Just having some fun. Glad you enjoyed this repost. God Bless, JB

Charles Messina

Date: 1/4/2022 10:45:00 AM

We've all had a few of one of those days. (lol) Thanks for reposting this humorous poem. Made me smile! Happy New Year, Judy. Hugs Charlie

Judy Ball
Date: 1/4/2022 2:34:00 PM

Thank you so much Charles. God Bless, JB

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/3/2022 9:23:00 PM

That sums up some days! Thanks for the chuckle.

Judy Ball
Date: 1/4/2022 6:10:00 AM

Thanks so much Kim. Hope your Christmas and New Year was a great one. God Bless, JB

P.S. Awtry

Date: 1/3/2022 7:11:00 PM

Makes me think of that Elvis song, “have you ever had one of those days?” Yes. Yes, I have. :D

Judy Ball
Date: 1/4/2022 6:05:00 AM

Thanks so much P.S. God Bless, JB

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/3/2022 6:45:00 AM

Some days nothing will come write but remember the famous line: Tomorrow is another day.

Judy Ball
Date: 1/3/2022 10:53:00 AM

Yes Rhett, tomorrow is another day. Thanks so much Victor. God Bless, JB

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 1/3/2022 4:41:00 AM

Wonderful write. I've had those days. I believe we all have LOL. God bless you always, Love, Gina

Judy Ball
Date: 1/3/2022 5:30:00 AM

Thank you so much Gina. Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/3/2022 4:14:00 AM

- :))) ... no, it was not "your day" ... but, we all have such days ... words of comfort :) - Hope your day will be perfect ... new year and new opportunities, Judy :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Judy Ball
Date: 1/3/2022 4:29:00 AM

Thanks so much Anne-Lise. The past year was a bit rough on us but it's a new year and God will help us through it all. All we have to do is try our best and God will take care of the rest. God Bless, JB