Line Gauthier Poet Free verse

Legs of a Goddess

In my youth I had it all
A flair for fashion
And the graceful moves
They saw me coming
As I geared up for
My seasonal fix
Of Cinderella fittings

I had my favorite store
Shoes from Brazil they were
In every size and style
Fabulous colors and hues
Heels to make you swoon
The leather was exquisite
The craftsmanship divine

Satisfied I’d leave that store
Walking on cloud nine
With fearless swagger
And the legs of a goddess
Yes in my twenties
I was hot ~ I had my turn
Till came the time to reluctantly
Pass on youth's baton



AP: 2nd place 2020

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Andrea Dietrich November 22, 2018 at 3:45 PM yeah sad day to pass on the baton. when told i had degenerative disc many years ago, I gave up my beautiful heels. I see so many on sale in the stores and wish I could still wear them. Love this one. Line Gauthier November 22, 2018 at 4:44 PM Hi Andrea. We simply have to turn away and not even look at those awesome high heels... we've had our time. Boo hoo.

Caren Krutsinger November 21, 2018 at 8:48 PM This reminds me of a story I wrote forty years ago or so, I doubt I could find it but this brought it straight back into my heart. I remember feeling this way, I remember that swagger, and I remember being a size 9. I have not thought of that glorious time for a long, long time. So thank you, my Friend, for the reminder. Line Gauthier November 21, 2018 at 9:08 PM Here's a toast to our five minutes of glory, Caren. Cheers!