In Praise of Modern Technology

The good old days, huh?

In Praise of Modern Technology

 

By Elton Camp

 

When a fellow has been around lots of days

It’s the good old times he’s expected to praise

 

Sure, in some ways, better days I have seen

I’d love the strength and energy of sixteen

 

A world without air conditioning�"not for me

And digital television I really like to see

 

Also, central heat I am very glad did replace

Smoky stoves and wood-burning fireplace

 

Having a telephone with me that is mine

Is so far better than the old eight-party line

 

To drive a car that is dependable and quiet

Sure beats the old ones that seldom ran right

 

Endless information my computer displays

There was nothing like it in the good old days

 

Some wallow in nostalgia all that they can

Don’t expect to hear it from this old man

 

 

Reviews

[E.H. Monroe]

Gotta say, this thing carried some serious gentle weight. The message was simple, put across like the slow row of a blues guitar. I agree, good sir. I don't know if cranking and rotary phone, cranking my car, or cranking out a couple hours of long addition sans calculator is for me.
Great morning piece and a helluva neo-Rockwellian picture you paint