That taught her …and me

That taught her …and me

I’d done a bit of shopping, so was waiting in the queue.
Hadn’t bought a lot, just  an article or two
As the line was moving slowly, I got a trifle bored
Cashier talking to her colleagues, customers ignored

The tone she used was haughty, I thought her rather rude
Offhand and dismissive, a dreadful attitude
When it came to my turn, I handed her my goods
Just a crusty loaf and a couple of rice puds

I double checked my change, after looking at the bill
Informed her it was wrong…..she snarled…you left the till
Mistakes cannot be rectified, as she pointed to a sign
Ok I answered pleasantly, the victory is mine

You gave me £5 over, have a very pleasant day
The folk behind applauded, as I smugly walked away

Glenys Halliday

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Silversurfer9
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I have always written poetry but when my husband died suddenly I used it as a kind of therapy. I don’t usually share these unless I feel they will help someone in distress. The ones I share are mostly humorous intended to bring a smile in what I feel can be a very lonely world... I have written four booklets and now a Corona chronicles which is just twelve poems writ while I am in jail...oh sorry I meant lockdown. Am on my way for a second booklet.. Trying to make folk smile and take a minutes release from these difficult times helps me forget my sight problems..

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