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Premiere Contest WinnerFrom Slippers To Stilettos

In old fuzzy slippers, she makes her children's lunches
wondering and worrying if her husband has any hunches
of where she goes or what she does while he works each day 
or that she spends her time thinking, "While the cat's away..."

In worn bedroom slippers, she kisses each darling cheek
a good mother is always loving. Role models should be meek
She hurries her young ones to the bus and off to school
aware of the ticking hands of the clock, but playing it cool

Doting mother, affectionate wife, in fuzzy slippered shoes
but there is another pair, the sexy ones she'll soon choose
Tucked in the closet are ones she keeps hidden, anticipating
how they make her feel, and the man who will be waiting

In black stiletto heels, she becomes quite a capricious flirt
Her husband has no clue. Oh, how much he would be hurt
if he knew of those sexy shoes and tight-fitting slinky dresses
the perfume she wears for him, the way she curls her tresses

And when the deed is done, she slinks her way back home
to bathe her secret sins away in a tub of bubbles and foam
Into those well worn slippers, she will slide her cunning feet
to welcome home her family, with a smile so sugary sweet

August 1, 2017
Two Pair of Shoes
for John Lawless
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Hamilton Avatar
August 9, 2017 at 10:39 AM
Another worthy win Lin! Congrats on a poem that really causes one to pause on how they live their lives. Very interesting take on the prompt two shoes, it never brought anything to mind for me, glad you have another win! Looking forward to your entry in my current contest!
Lane Avatar
August 9, 2017 at 8:24 PM
Thanks so much for your terrific comments, John. I'll have to get busy on writing something for you.
Warrior Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 6:17 AM
Congrats!!! Lin...well deserved my friend...^WW^
Lane Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 12:06 PM
Thanks very much, WW.
U.D Palawon  Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 2:26 AM
Very often the one we love and stay with forget the woman part in us...alas! You describe it so wisely here. Thanks for sharing it and congrats!! Regs Sunita :)
Lane Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 12:05 PM
Thank you for your thoughts, Sunita.
Raynes Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 10:54 PM
what a sneeky peak into the shoes of her, loved this, congratulations on ur win. well done.
Lane Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 12:05 PM
Thank you, Lewis.
Bradfield Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 9:39 PM
Congratulations, Lin..well done indeed !!
Lane Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 12:05 PM
Thank you very much, Larry.
Krampe Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 7:20 PM
Coming back with congrats on your top win!
Lane Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 12:04 PM
I appreciate your return trip and congratulations, Agnes!.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 7:14 PM
Congrats on a great write
Lane Avatar
August 8, 2017 at 12:04 PM
Thanks so much, Kim.
Ashley Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 6:28 PM
Hi Lin, what a naught girl she is in black stilettos. Our 'ladies' certainly are dangerous vamps lol! Very well done and congratulations on your top spot :)
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 6:30 PM
Thank you very much, Susan. Yeah, our 'ladies' like to step out. lol
Allison Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 4:47 PM
woohooo way to go Lin many congrats on your top spot:-) hugs Jan xx
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 6:30 PM
lol Jan, your wave of the cheerleading pom poms make me smile. Hugs!!
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 4:33 PM
Well Hooray! It is a top winner Lin! So happy to see it in First Place! Congratulations my friend. : )
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 6:29 PM
Thank you so very much for your gracious comments, Connie. You KNOW how much I loved your 'two shoes' poem.
Valko Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 4:07 PM
Nicely done! Congratats!
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 6:28 PM
Thank you very much, Judy.
Cozart Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 2:08 PM
Congrats, Lin! Look at you, steppin' out all sexy Grandma!
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 3:03 PM
Grandma can be sexy and step out, but not on her husband...lol Thanks a lot, Dale.
Wood Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 1:44 PM
That naughty vixen! Well done Lin! Congratulations on your well deserved win. -- Dean
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 3:02 PM
Oh yes she is. Does she happen to be the one you offered your Swiss chocolates? Thanks, Dean.
Lawless Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 1:34 PM
Loved this naughty-naughty take on the theme Lin. Well done
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 3:00 PM
I am humbly honored that you chose this write to grace your winner's list, John. Thanks ever so much.
Callus Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 1:15 PM
This is an excellent take on this contest theme, Lyn! Indeed, two very contrasting shoes that have so much to narrate. I think one of these days her husband's shoes are gonna walk all over her! A winner, in my eyes! Regards // paul
Lane Avatar
August 7, 2017 at 2:59 PM
ha, yes, I agree. Thanks so much for the complimentary comments, Paul.
Allison Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 3:43 PM
oh lin what a fabulous take on the contest theme - as we both know in our own lives there is to much deception around but folks can be so adept at covering their tracks. I hope this does really well in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx
Lane Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 3:49 PM
Leading two lives cannot go on forever. Sooner or later the hidden life will be uncovered. Thanks for reading and leaving your gentle remarks, Jan.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 10:28 AM
If she were fulfilled she wouldn't need a secret life. You write so well Lin. I loved your glimpse into what keeps this lady sane. This is a wonderful entry I hope is a top winner Lin. : )
Lane Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 3:47 PM
Thanks so very much for your thoughts and well wishes, Connie. I always look forward to seeing you.
Krampe Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 10:17 AM
Nice take on the contest prompt, Lin. Good luck.
Lane Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 10:19 AM
Thank you so very much, Agnes.
Daniel Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 9:52 AM
A unique take on the contest theme, Lin, should place high:) I feel sorry for the woman, what a double unhappy life!
Lane Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 10:13 AM
Knowing your gentle heart as I do from your comments and your poetry, Jo, you would be one of only a few who would take pity on this woman. You're such a sweet lady, and dear to me. Thank you for your thoughts and well wishes.
Mccall Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 9:18 AM
What an excellent piece Lin well thought out and well written. It highlights so well the selfishness of infidelity. Good luck in the contest.
Lane Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 9:28 AM
You've pinpointed the mind set of this protagonist, Edward. She shows her "selfishness of infidelity." Thanks so much for reading and leaving your thoughts.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 8:26 AM
Lin, awesome entry for this contest, absolutely awesome :) xomo!
Lane Avatar
August 4, 2017 at 4:27 AM
Thank you so very much, Maureen.
Smith Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 8:16 AM
I don't foresee a good outcome Lin... Excellent poetry
Lane Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 8:18 AM
There can never be a good end result when betrayal takes place. Thank you, Tim.
Sivey Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 8:09 AM
This write was a delight to read this morning! You have done an excellent job with your enjambments and line breaks within your poem, I really loved it! Such a wonderful piece, Great Work!!
Lane Avatar
August 1, 2017 at 8:17 AM
Thank you for the many compliments, Russell. Each one is appreciated.
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