the clerks transcribing, not bored by it all.
And Charlie our chief clerk who has all the tools,
to keep us on schedule and play by the rules.
Our staffs, alter egos, all suffering and bright;
make us look brilliant and tell us what's right.
When I'm an old woman, I'll read all my mail the day it arrives;
and toss most of it away without courteous replies.
I'll call public radio not caring if I'm known;
express views and comments—my brilliance clearly shown.
I'll read trashy novels and books just for fun;
lounge on my recliner and watch other folks run.
When I'm an old woman, I'll sort my snapshots from years
long gone by;
Date and name those I recognize; at least I will try.
I'll go to the market with curlers in my hair,
not fretting or caring whom I might meet there.
I'll study appliance manuals stashed 16 years in a jar,
figure out speed dialing and set the clock on my vcr.
I'll nag and bug my sons-in-law ignored far too long;
have parties, play bridge and cook shrimp a la de jongue.
I'll counsel my daughters with unasked for advice;
they said "please retire", now they'll pay the price!!
And welcome my grandchild, spoil it rotten;
then return to my home, any duties forgotten.
And yes, my dear husband; I know how he feels;
he'll soon get tender loving care and regular meals.
I'll remind him he promised me winter vacations,
and if he reneges, there will be no more relations.
So friends as I leave you with a very heavy heart;
I leave no advice, you each know your part.
I say good-bye to this body with tears on my face,
and hope that I leave you with dignity and grace."
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VISITORS
During today's session, the following visitors honored the Assembly by their presence and were welcomed by the presiding officer and the members:
Seniors from Campellsport High School, guests of Representative Owens.
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Speaker Prosser in the chair.
Representative Jensen moved that the Assembly stand adjourned until 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, July 9, 1996 pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1.
The question was: Shall the Assembly stand adjourned?
Motion carried.
The Assembly stood adjourned.
9:12 P.M.
