My Way by Lee Hammerschmidt

“Dammit, Junior,” Frank snarled as he hurled the compression socks at his son. “I told you I can’t wear these frickin’ things! They cut off my circulation!” He downed the rest of his Jack and poured himself a refill. 

“That’s the point,” Junior said.” The doctor says you need to be wearing these during your concerts to prevent swelling and possible blood clots. You could have a stroke… or worse!” 

“But can’t you get me something a little more comfortable? Hey, how about those tall athletic socks they used to wear in the 70s?” 

“You mean tube socks.” 

“Yeah! Tubie-tubie-doo!” 

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