You open the door
and again, once more
You smell that smell
that comes from hell
Though you pay the price
beneath the stars and sky
So you do your thing
and you feel like a king
Then you open the door
and again, once more
You breathe in the pines
and everything is fine
(Let’s just say, inspiration
comes from many places.)
🙂
Lauren Scott 2017
Photo: Google
Baydreamer ~ Lauren Scott 
Big smiles… 🙂 LOL.. And happy those pines are still standing too.. Love and Hugs xx
I’m glad this made you smile, Sue. I wasn’t going to post it, but my daughter thought it was cute. So, what the heck! I believe we all could use some smiles, right? And yes, those pines are standing, and they’re incredible, as always. Lots of love and many hugs back to you, too! ❤
❤ we need more smiles.. so pleased you did xx
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PS… I went to such a Loo in the woods in Canada BC.. and phew… yes PONG..
Now I’m smiling! 🙂 After a “pit experience” a real toilet is simply divine. LOL
Yes.. I still remember one member of our party who was very ‘Posh’.. It was their first ever experience of such a Pit. and Oh boy did they go on and on about it. Saying they couldn’t possibly use it.. Our guide said well can you cross your legs for another two hours for that is our next Pit stop LOL.. She had to use it.. Much to everyone’s amusement LOL.. I can still here her shriek when she opened the door. LOL Hahaha..
Oh, how funny! Well, now after having backpacked even a pit is welcomed! LOL 🙂
Yes I remember it was a very welcome relief.. lol.. ❤
Simple, but necessary things in life 🙂 💗
Indeed.. Those Bare/Bear….. Necessities in life… As the Jungle book theme just ran through my head with your words.. xxx
OMG, I’m laughing again! 🎼🎼🎼😘❤️
Good!!! Keep those giggle Muscles going.. xxx
You, too! 😂💕
It is amazing how sheltered some folks allow their lives to become, how precious. (Shakes head.)
I guess it happens, Ben, and though this is not the most pleasant experience, I’d rather experience this and the outdoors than not at all. 🙂
Me too! 🙂
Haha now I’m actively thinking about pit toilets as I eat breakfast. But it’s better to have hiked and smelled a pit toilet than to never have hiked at all, I guess 🙂
Oh, this made me laugh! But, I absolutely love what you wrote and completely agree. And I can insert “camped” and “backpacked” in addition to “hiked.” 🙂 Thanks so much for visiting, Lauren!
Probably not anyone’s dream house.
No, most definitely not anyone’s dream, but it is a relief at the appropriate time. 🙂
I remember having to watch for bears at night when using one of those at my grandfather’s house
That’s even more proof that these situations can be a bit unpredictable. 🙂 In fact, I opened the door to one and found a garter snake slithering by the pit toilet. I gently closed the door and chose door #2. 🙂
I can appreciate the inspiration. 😀
I’m so glad you can, John. I didn’t intend to post this, but was encouraged to do so. What’s life without a little fun, anyway? 🙂
🙂
Lauren, this is so funny! I’ve visited many of these antiquities before our parks and highway systems decided to install the flushing varieties. I’ve witnessed many pranks in the ole outhouse. I never had to watch for bears, as Scott did, but skunks and raccoons were another matter. Love and hugs, dear Lauren.
I’m glad you thought so, Michelle! This poem wasn’t initially meant for the blog, but I’m glad to make others smile. 🙂 I hadn’t had any wild animal experiences, but as I told Scott, a friendly little garter snake hung out inside when I opened the door of one. No thanks, though. I chose the other door. 🙂 Lots of love and many hugs to you, my friend!
The old thunderbox of yesteryear. 🙂 Just last night we watched a BBC produced documentary on the origin of the toilet so yours was a good followup. lol
Oh my gosh, Ian, how funny! I’m so glad my timing was perfect! 🙂
Perfect! Lol… I remember such a one. Oh my goodness, I don’t remember ever holding my breath for so long!! The stench actually made my eyes water. But as they say, needs must! 😀
Yes, holding the breath, also a necessity. lol Some necessities just have to be dealt with (and written about) haha! Thanks for stopping by, Rama!
Hahaha ~ So funny! Oh it’s fun to play with words 😉
I’m glad you laughed, Christy, and I’m actually glad I decided to post it. I think we all need some laughs right about now. 🙂 And yes, it’s fun to play with words no matter what the subject is. ☺
Cigarette in hand
Only way to brave the stench
Those were kampong days 🙂
Haha, yep, kampong! Love it! Thanks for stopping by, Eric, and Happy Friday!
Ha ha ha, not uncommon in India….only we don’t even have the fresh smell of pines after 😀
Uh oh, no pines? That fresh pine smell is definitely the reward at the end of the moment. lol 😉
Haha 😂
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