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Little toy trains
little toy tracks
are what remains
of childhood acts
The toys from then
pulled out again
bring thoughts forgot

© Stephen W. Buchanan 2023

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I know, late for Christmas, but I forgot this was a Christmas song when the “Little toy trains, little toy tracks” line got stuck in my head. It brought back memories, so that is where it took me for the poem. The song “Old Toy Trains” was by Roger Miller, but once I looked it up I better remember the Glen Campbell cover version my parents played when I was young. (I even remember this album cover. 😁)

And In The End

Although it’s tough
it’s time to go
I’ve had enough
of this old show
It may feel sad
but that’s too bad
Now try Good-bye

Good-bye 2022! Let’s plan for a better 2023! Happy New Year! 🎉🥳🍾

© Stephen W. Buchanan 2022

Published advertising free at “If You Haven’t Got A Sonnet”

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Ne Regrette Pas

Woulda Coulda
Shoulda Did not
Meant to do the
But then forgot
Life’s memories
are full of these
The chaff of laughs

Originally published advertising free at “If You Haven’t Got A Sonnet”

Hey! My daughter Bee has an Etsy site for “Hand sewn decorative items” – RaccoonStitches! Please check it out!