Made in America
We use some odd gadgetry,
primarily based on utility-
but sometimes things don't follow the plan-
especially when it comes to innovative man.
Some of these things are outdated or no longer used-
but oh how they continue to keep our simple minds amused.
For writing you can't beat a simple pencil-
it forgets and never bleeds, a perfect utensil.
But what about the ideal eating implement- the spork?
Preferred at picnics and in prison -it scoops both beans and pork.
The umbrella is great for rain-
but in the wind becomes a useless pain.
A fluffy scarf wrapped around your neck-
out in the cold it covers this small speck.
TV trays are really portable tepee tables-
used for much more than food and fables.
A trampoline is hopping fun-
until someone gets hurt and it's done.
For girls nail polish and lipstick are pretty paints-
but considered sinful by the Saints.
Boys chase balls and lift weights
Just hoping to score more dates.
Used books are better than timeshare-
But often include dog ears, markings and a funny air.
An analog watch will never go to sleep-
your time it will always keep.
Some people take pleasure in a silly rhyme,
after all -it passes the time.
Image By Makaristos (Own work) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
1st published 10/25/14.
