Empty Shoes

Always trying
on others’ shoes
and carrying guilt
for those who have none,
shoes nor guilt,

my empty shoes
are waiting
and you never
try them on.  

©Kathryn McL. Collins
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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O'Leary Avatar
October 6, 2012 at 11:18 AM
Oooo... that strikes a nerve... Terry (very nice!)
Tsiluma Avatar
August 6, 2012 at 2:01 PM
Instructive -it has just put me in a pensive mood. Nice write Kathryn!
Susan Avatar
July 10, 2012 at 7:53 AM
oh yes I read this on pft. the one I thought was angry, but I see that it can also be sad. disappointing. and hopeless.
Jane Avatar
July 9, 2012 at 7:29 AM
So beautifully concise and expressive, this is a real jewel. Annie x
Pettit Avatar
July 2, 2012 at 11:06 PM
Nine lines, but they convey a great deal of descriptiveness. Good write Kathryn.
Bickerstaffe Avatar
June 23, 2012 at 6:14 AM
Another example of your fabulous imagination! I'm happy to be your first reviewer... there should be many more! Love, Keith
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