Standard Issue (poem) by Patrick A Granfors on AuthorsDen

Standard Issue
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Pure fiction that evolved while listening to a Jimmy Buffett tune in my pickup on my way into town for an errand. Photo: By Patrick Granfors

It started out on Monday Continued through the week Every time you spoke to me I had to turn the other cheek It does seem strange to tell you The undisputed truth Your modus-operandi Was wasted on my youth Late at night I close my eyes My journey’s trail gone cold Reconstructing memories Of the bill of goods you sold Cause I just kept on buying Until I’d had my fill Sat fat dumb and happy Till you handed me the bill I guess I’ve learned my lesson As you do just what you please I’ll lick my wounds remembering It’s the heart that's first to freeze You know I will recover I’ll soon be on my way Working up the courage To love another day Copyright 2014 Patrick A Granfors

Reviewed by Steve Ralph

Reviewed on March 2, 2019

Excellent, a truly good poem and very well written,
Thank you for it.
Steve

Reviewed by Susanne Leist

Reviewed on August 14, 2018

I hear the tune in my head as I read your words.

Reviewed by pat medlin

Reviewed on June 7, 2014

a true to form 'patrickgranfors' write...oh how I've missed them as I wandered away from this ole den. this was the 1st I've read and you haven't missed a beat in your wonderful wording and rhythm...guess I need to spend the day catching up...whether I take time to comment or not. yay Patrick...pat

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on May 27, 2014

And a great country song! Pass me another margarita, and I'll sing along.

Ron

Reviewed by m j hollingshead

poignant read

Reviewed by Michael Schafer

We all have the ability to heal, it just takes time.
A very good write.

Michael D.

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

A fine self-evaluation piece!! Yes, lick the wounds and move on to better things.

Sandie

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Lick those wounds and carry on.

Reviewed by audrine max

Reviewed on May 26, 2014

ahhh.. ahaha.. such a joy to read this.

Reviewed by jude forese

i enjoyed this poem ...

Reviewed by William Bonilla

A good write excellent reading thanks for sharing
Peace be with you

William

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Such is life; at least you have learned a lesson. Your theme is timeless and universal. Thank you, Patrick. Love and peace,

Regis

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton

Great insightful poem, Patrick. You delved into the heart of many a wasteful love affair. Eh, maybe not so wasteful after all, especially if we can learn from it and watch for the telling images in loves game down the road.