Apr
26
2010

Trouble-makers

DSCN4678Now usually when I go anywhere I am considered the naughty one in the corner. Whether it be exercise classes or any other sort of group activity the leader inevitably ends up knowing my name and never forgetting it because I am being cheeky at the back. I have got used to being the disruptive one. However, I have been beaten at my own game.

As I am not working at the moment I have been going to an Aquafit Class at the local leisure centre. I do two a week, one in the day and one in the evening. I reckon that the average age of the class during the day is about 65 and the music is taken straight from the Second World War. They are a hilarious bunch of ladies who sing very loudly and proudly whilst exercising in the swimming pool. They know all the words and they don’t give a shit what they sound or look like. In particular there are a group of about 6 women who are even bigger trouble-makers then I am. They back-chat, try and push each other over and giggle constantly. They proudly announce that they come free on the bus to the class and get reduced OAP admission. I adore them and I want to be like them when I am old. They told me they have been friends for over 50 years, were at school together and worked in the mill. They are a riot and are generally incredibly inspiring. I have no doubt that they wouldn’t describe themselves like this, but I think they are legendary.

They remind me of the poem The Warning by Jenny Joseph.. it is my favourite poem of all time. Apparently as it is still in print I am not allowed to have the entire thing published here… so, here’s a link to it!

…. poem removed so I don’t get anyone into trouble…..

hmm… purple… oh yes.. I do wear it!!!

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Written by Anna Williams in: Uncategorized | Tags: ,

6 Comments »

  • That poem is written on the wall in my local pub loo. Its a very purple room, and a great read!

    Comment | April 26, 2010
  • tractorgirl

    I love that poem too.

    Comment | April 26, 2010
  • Ian

    He he; wondrous to read: the poem and your experience at the pools. And love those photos…and the top-one in particular. Very mischevious. 🙂

    Comment | April 27, 2010
  • I’m going to be an eccentric old lady when I grow up. But while I am still a law abiding pre-pensioner, I should warn you that that poem is still in copyright and you might get the Wibsite in legal trouble by posting all of it. Better to post a link.

    Comment | April 27, 2010
  • ’tis done truthsign… hadn’t even thought about that to be honest!

    Comment | April 27, 2010
  • TOH

    I love that poem and it’s what I want to be like when I grow up. Bet I can give you a run for your money in the being naughty stakes (and doubt TractorGirl would disagree, though she might just banish me to the naughty step!) and reckon we should test this out sometime!

    Comment | May 1, 2010

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