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We start out very small, and oh, we are such cuties
With a diaper on the bottom, to cover up our booty’s
Everyone coos at us, and we think that’s just grand
Of course, you realize, it’s exactly how it’s planned
The years go on, and slowly, our diapers disappear
Instead, in place, is underwear, to cover up our rear
We learn to use the bathroom, for other than a bath
Having to pull down our undies, sure gives us a draft
Still more years pass by us, we’ve got it under control
Our body tells us when it’s time, to visit a nearby bowl
We take it all for granted, it will always be this way
Til we realize, something’s different, and gone astray
Where once we knew our bodies well, it has changed
And all our underclothing, must now be rearranged
Instead of fancy underwear, we’re in diapers once more
And those taking care of us, are the ones, we cared for
May Writing Prompts – The Age of Incontinence – Day 26/31
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You are such a hoot. And such a writer, to boot. Love it. I can’t tell which direction you are going to run. 😀
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Thanks so much, Oneta! And look at that, you made a rhyme! lol ❤
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I can’t tell where you will run until you have done what you have done. 😀
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LOL 🙂
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It’s very true. I’ve seen it in my family. Very well done, Dorinda!
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Thank you, Miriam!! 🙂
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You’re welcome, Dorinda. 🙂
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So often true, and more so as many are living longer. I think your point at the end is very important, the need to care for the elderly who once cared for us. Too many folks seem to think the place for old people is an old people’s home. We can learn much from other cultures where the nuclear family bonds are still strong. Thanks for this one, humour with a serious twist 🙂 🙂
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Hi David. Provided the proper care is available to the elderly, yes, at home is the right place. But if that care cannot be given, then they should be placed somewhere, where they have their needs cared for. The last thing you’d want to happen is something awful at home that could have been prevented in the proper environment. I hope that doesn’t come off as harsh, but I have already told my own children, should the need arise, and you feel you can’t handle it, please find a place for me with people who can. 🙂
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This is really beautifully put, Dorinda. I loved it!
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Thank you very much! 🙂
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The cycle of life…. i actually have written a quote about this im still working on the explanatory piece which I’ll post soon hope you’ll read it
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