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COPD makes you feel low.

But you’re the only one to know.

It doesn’t show that you’re unwell,

And you don't really like to tell.

You meet a friend along the way,

And walk together as friends may.

They’re walking fast you can’t do more

Without collapsing on the floor.

One thing we could do instead,

Is tattoo ‘COPD survivor' on our head’.

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skischool

Don,change the word sufferer to "survivor" x

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O2Trees in reply toskischool

Yes, well said :) - otherwise cool rhyme as usual Don.

in reply toskischool

Thanks, I didn't know how to spell survivor. :-o

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skischool

i am a copd survivor

at times i need a reviver

My breathing is erratic

but after 2 puffs i,m ecstatic

i,m sorry Don i can,t compete

in the end you had me beat

you are the true bard on this site

may you continue long into the night

love skischool

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knitter

I watched a programme today which showed a man from South Wales who had COPD and a camper van.....you are not alone Don.

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katieoxo60

Hi Don like the poem, I am off to chase the blues with a long weekend in Devon, with a freind who walks as slow as me :) :) See you on Tuesday.

in reply tokatieoxo60

Lovely, I think you are in for some good weather, ideal for slow walkers. 🐌 😀

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katieoxo60 in reply to

Was good weather but had to use inhalers more due to humidity. We had a classic car rally too, plus a firework display, plus victorian parade. Generally very busy weekend enjoyed by all. Yes and I did have to walk slow but at least I can still get out and enjoy what I am able.

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Pam1952 in reply tokatieoxo60

I hope that you have a lovely weekend Katie. XXX

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katieoxo60 in reply toPam1952

Had a long journey on Friday, accident on the M5, but rest of weekend was good ands lovely weather. Got back right now. xx

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Lilian226 in reply tokatieoxo60

Have a lovely weekend Katie. Lilian xxxxx

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katieoxo60 in reply toLilian226

Just got back had a lovely weekend but very busy, a bit tired today. Weather was gorgeous .xx

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WheezyAnne

Brilliant.

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Sarahem1965

Love it!! I too have COPD..

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carotopgal

I love your poems! They always make me smile! :-)

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Nicholatracy

Once again hitting nail on head in limerick fashion. I agree, change to survivor

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2pray4us

. Its Hello Don, I thought your poem was so cute. Its wonderful to have a good spirit in the middle of a situation such as this. Keep it up!

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