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Knobbly Knees

Oh Sigh!

By Rick Henry Christopher Published 3 years ago 1 min read

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My knees are so old and they're knobbly

They creak and they crack and feel wobbly

I used to be spry

Now I heave a big sigh

And hope that my joints won't be wobbly

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Rick Henry Christopher

Writing fulfills my need for intellectual stimulus, emotional release, and soothing the bruises of the day.

I’m an open book. I’m not afraid to show my face or speak my mind

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  • JBaz3 years ago

    You must hear me walking. Congrats on a double win.

  • Ah, the joys of greeting our bodies at every age!

  • Lol, that pic!!!! Hilarious! Loved your limerick!

  • Loryne Andawey3 years ago

    Oh dear 😂. I guess this is something we all need to look forward to 😅😂

  • Heather Hubler3 years ago

    Oh goodness this limerick was made for me. My knees are killing me today! Great stuff ;)

  • Gina C.3 years ago

    Excellent!! Love it, wonderful work!! Made me giggle!

  • Cathy holmes3 years ago

    Lol. This is great.

  • Babs Iverson3 years ago

    Fantastic!!! Loving it!!!💖💕

  • Holly Pheni3 years ago

    This is relatable and the pic is terrific too.😂

  • Me too!!!!

  • Misty Rae3 years ago

    Hahaha! I've had knobby knees forever....now, the dudes dig 'em. What was "not" is totally hot...fucking hell, that sounds like another limerick...why, why? Loved this though :)

  • Novel Allen3 years ago

    Hilarious. Welcome to the club of creaky old wobbly knees. Even young knees are messed up these days.

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