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11 Jul 22 - 09:00 PM (#4147051) Subject: Lyr Add: Young Lady - Songs of Feisty Old People From: GUEST,F the Ineffable Any other songs about old people who refused to be told they're crazy, put down or trivialized? YOUNG LADY Tune: Polly Vaughn or Jack Haggerty or any good tune A week ago Monday I drove to Fort Bragg With my African basket and recycled bag. Fresh out of chocolate, I had to get more “Good morning, young lady,” said the man in the store. Should I excuse him because of his youth? No, I think it’s better that he learn the truth. “I’ll not be cajoled by your flattering tongue, I am not a lady and I am not young. “One month ago I turned seventy-two I’ll bet I’m thirty years older than you. I’m losing my teeth and I’m losing my hair Now I’ve lost my bifocals, I don’t know where. “I live surrounded by things I can’t find But that doesn’t mean that I’m losing my mind. I know where it is: it’s right here in my head And I plan to keep using it till I am dead. “Now I’ve got my chocolate, I’ll be on my way I’ve enjoyed talking with you here today. Have I made myself clear? I don’t need to say more?” “Sure thing, young lady,” said the man in the store. |