The Fringe

WATERY WEDNESDAY

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THE FRINGE

Standing sentinel by the Lake are the lovely Norfolk Pines

With their enchanting symmetry and satisfying lines.

They enhance a watery aspect, so they're planted by the shore

Of lakes and rivers and the beach, within the ocean's roar.

They're natives of Norfolk Island, a mere dot in the sea,

Where the sailors from the 'Bounty' came after the Mutiny.

It's a holiday destination for Australians, like me

Being only just eight miles across, but full of history.

I recall my island holiday each time I see the lines

And the noble dark green foliage of  our many Norfolk pines.

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TECHNOLOGICAL BREAKTHROUGH!

In a little country town, in a little dusty room

That called itself  'Museum', just for show,

I found this ancient artifact among the aged junk

And it brought back days of very long ago.

I can see them gathering round when the miracle arrived,

All shiny and so modern and so bright!

I can picture eyes wide open at the new technology;

They'd see Washing Day in quite a different light!

'Mum! It'll do the wringing!' Little Tommy is amazed

At the clever things that grown-up people do!

'It looks a trifle difficult!' That's Mother looking shy

For she's always rather scared when things are new.

'You'll get the hang of it, my dear!' That's father, looking proud,

For the gadget is from Dad to Mum, a gift;

'The children need not help you when you do the weekly wash!

You'll find the sheets are easier to lift!'

Mum tries to turn the handle but it's heavy and it's stiff;

She views her new contraption with dismay.

So now she'll have to manage without any help at all.

She just can't wait until it's Washing Day!

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