New York Fast

I go to bed early;
Can’t drink too much wine.
They offer me seats on the bus.
(I decline.)

But when I’m out walking
I am unsurpassed
And proud that my gait
Still remains New York fast.

I zigzag past tourists
And step off the curb
When someone’s slow pace
Right in front does perturb.

I’m not in a rush
But the way that I move
Is how New Yorkers do it
When they’re in the groove.

So outta my way
And prepare to be passed
For as long as I’m able,
I’ll be New York fast!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Johnson Avatar
September 7, 2019 at 7:00 AM
Oh, :) you would so be perturbed at me. :) The only time I walk fast is at night when I'm scared. :)
Borke Avatar
September 5, 2019 at 10:36 AM
You are the cutest.
Bauer Avatar
September 5, 2019 at 10:59 AM
Thank you for making my day! :)
Wolf Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 7:00 PM
I just wanted to shout this as I came to the end of this one, Ilene: As long as I'm able // I'll step on the gas! Myself, I'm too gassed these days to even contemplate your lively gait! :) gw
Allison Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 6:08 PM
I would love to visit NY but fear the pace of the city would be overwhelming to me so much hustle and bustle and we are just not used to it, but I do enjoy walking around our Island:-) hugs Jan xx
Green Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 4:59 PM
Hey, quit pushing back there. : ) Once again, a fun read from your pen Ilene
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