No Shoes For Me

Being barefoot has it's pros and cons
as you probably already know.
If you're just lazin' round the house,
barefoot's the way to go!

But, it can have its drawbacks too, 
especially on a hike,
walking on hot pavement,
or peddling on a bike!

There is no greater feeling,
being barefoot in the sand.
To stroll along the beach front,
with a loved one, hand-in-hand.

So anytime I get the chance
and the situation's right,
I throw aside the socks and shoes,
being barefoot feels so right!

I love being barefoot, whenever I can.
My toes don't like being confined.
It makes me feel much more relaxed
and it helps me to really unwind.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Wesley Avatar
June 22, 2011 at 8:44 PM
That's why my feet are so big - how about yours? A great poem on the joys of free feet.
Clark Avatar
June 19, 2011 at 9:18 AM
Great write and so true.Barefoot is so sothing and natural. Theve even come up with shows that look like your foot. Its suppose to give you the most natural feeling.
Devonshire Avatar
June 10, 2011 at 2:32 PM
Oh yes, bare feet work well around the house or on a soft lawn, but there are places where shoes protect us from the hot sun. Here the beaches have white sand and you can't walk on them without shoes. Congratulations on your win in Francine's contest, Ralph! Love, Carolyn
Phookan Avatar
June 10, 2011 at 11:00 AM
Congrats Ralph on your fantastic win in this contest..a lovely write, walking barefoot is sooo relaxing and soothing ..gautami
Dietrich Avatar
June 9, 2011 at 7:27 PM
I love it too, Ralph. But yes, it is YIKES on hot pavement!! Great poem, great win. Congratulations.
Mehta Avatar
June 9, 2011 at 10:18 AM
Accept my congratulations on the win in the contest of Francine, Ralph
Johnson Avatar
June 9, 2011 at 10:15 AM
I love this one Ralph and congratulations on a great win. I have been gone from home and am trying to catch up. Thank you for your many kind comments. Love, Joyce
Johnson Avatar
June 8, 2011 at 9:59 PM
Great verse mate well deserved win good poetry. on ya, Don
Horne Avatar
June 8, 2011 at 11:43 AM
Many congrats to you, Ralph : )
Sweetheart Avatar
June 8, 2011 at 11:09 AM
Congrats Ralph on your great win with this grand write on bare feet my friend.. enjoy luv..
Brown Avatar
June 8, 2011 at 10:34 AM
Congratulations on your win in Francine's "Barefoot"contest Ralph. Love, Carol
Roberts Avatar
June 8, 2011 at 10:26 AM
congrats on your 6th place win in the contest Ralph, wonderful piece
Dailey Avatar
June 6, 2011 at 9:20 AM
Good poem - good luck in the contest. Mike
Hendricks Avatar
June 6, 2011 at 6:52 AM
Good one, Ralph. Nothing can beat the feel of wet sand on a beach walk. Good contest material. I'm rooting for you. :-)
Neels Avatar
June 6, 2011 at 4:39 AM
I share your sentiments Ralph, it is just sad that I can't do the whole barefoot thing as often as I use to.. lol :) Good luck with this cute write of yours and enjoy the week ahead... love Wilma
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