Slidin'
With apologies to Paul Simon
Slip slidin' away
Slip slidin' away
A lower coefficient of friction
The more you're slip slidin' away
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I know some science
It's strange of course
It's all about dividing friction with some normal force
It's not that bad
It just means this:
The higher number means that things are
Sliding over rougher surfaces
*****
Slip slidin' away
Slip slidin' away
You know the greater the lubrication
The more you're slip slidin' away
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Weird idea, I know
To use more ice
You put more into your drink to help it go down nice
The same with ice skates
It makes you smooth
That film of water gets you gliding
Till you're doppler smiling wide and that's the truth
*****
Slip slidin' away
Slip slidin' away
The greater the angle of inclination
The more you're slip slidin' away
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Need to get away?
Go climb a cliff
Keeps muscles limber and makes sure they don't get so stiff
But keep a good grip
And don't complain
Because air is almost frictionless
And what goes up will come back down again
*****
You're slip slidin'
Slip slidin' away
Ball bearings get you mechanized
And then you're slip slidin' away
*****
Da Vinci knew
He had a plan
He sketched a helicopter with ball bearings and a big ol' fan
Those balls they rotate
They give you lift
Before you know it, off you're flying
Technology is a priceless gift
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Slip slidin' away
Slip slidin' away
Increase your lubrication
And then you're slip slidin' away
Slip slidin' away
Slip slidin' away
Increase your inclination
And whee you're slip slidin' away
*****
If you're curious about the song I parodied, check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUODdPpnxcA
About the Creator
Meredith Harmon
Mix equal parts anthropologist, biologist, geologist, and artisan, stir and heat in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, sprinkle with a heaping pile of odd life experiences. Half-baked.
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I am grateful that I had the opportunity to experience _________. Rupi Kaur's Gratitude Writing Prompts I am grateful that I had the opportunity to experience my children growing up to be kind and loving human beings, that are raising families and work in areas that are making a difference.
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Comments (6)
Brilliantly written!!! Love this!!!💕❤️❤️
As a fan, I think Paul Simon would approve.
Unique in its flavor, this story tells many tales. Interesting science references.
Couldn't click on the YouTube link, but this should be made!
This is damn clever. Could not get the song out of my head... ;)
Billiant. Mensa called. They love your poem.