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Fancy Foot Factory

I've pushed and shoved my way 
to the front of the field trip line
for I desperately desire to go 
to the Fancy Foot Factory!

I have dreamed about this day for
like forever, so desirous am I to
trade in these freakishly funny looking feet
for smooth, svelte, sophisticated
small and oh so dainty feet
with the most admirable, manicured
toenails on the planet.

From the first moment I became
aware of my frightfully large 
phalanges (I even recall playing
with my long toes as a kid)
and comparing them with other
normal kid's feet, I felt like
a female hobbit (fortunately, my
feet aren't hairy!)

They say the Fancy Foot Factory will guarantee
their foot replacement work, so I can feel
fancy and fashionable 
for the right fee, of course!

One question, though. Do they come 
with a lifetime supply of stylish sandals?




Written on 3/16/2017
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Michaels Avatar
April 14, 2017 at 4:34 AM
That's so funny! Lots of lovely alliteration and some indelible images! Well-done!
Smith Avatar
March 19, 2017 at 9:52 AM
Think they have a less hairy back factory? Mine looks like a wheat field in an oil slick. Fun write Laura...
Leiser Avatar
March 19, 2017 at 4:23 PM
Ha, my husband's back looks like that, too, Charlie..thanks for your comments :)
Inman Avatar
March 18, 2017 at 8:53 AM
Lol, Laura, nicely done.
Leiser Avatar
March 19, 2017 at 4:21 PM
Thank you, James. :)
Pinet Avatar
March 17, 2017 at 12:18 PM
This poem embodies the kaleidoscope of colors and a fountain of sparkling phases that paint and create magic upon the page. It tantalizes us with succulent imagery to seduce us with the nectar of poetic creativity. Well done. Emile. #7
Leiser Avatar
March 17, 2017 at 12:24 PM
Awe, thanks Emile! It all came to me so quickly and I enjoyed using a lot of alliteration. I appreciate your kind comments, too :)
Pigeon Tart Avatar
March 16, 2017 at 6:56 PM
This big footed gal enjoyed this Something Completely Different! Good luck in the contest! :)
Leiser Avatar
March 16, 2017 at 7:46 PM
Thanks, Maureen! Glad you liked my brand of humor...and I really do have BIG feet for my size :O
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