Rain Shoes

A fellow tenant asked me, “Do you think that it will rain?” She carried an umbrella, so Her thoughts were very plain. “I heard it might this afternoon,” I answered in reply. “I wore my rain shoes just in case,” She said, explaining why. A glance revealed some normal flats, Not waterproof-appearing, But maybe older ones to wear When raindrops might be nearing. I understood her right away For I would never chance A rain-soaked pair of favorite shoes With warnings in advance.

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Robert Johnson

Date: 8/7/2019 12:32:00 PM

Somehow I think that you've come to this resolve due to past learned experiences. :) And thank goodness that we do huh? They don't give them things away. :)<3

Pat Adams

Date: 8/5/2019 3:50:00 PM

This is so my wife! I love it! All your poems are so perfectly rhymed. It gives me level to aspire too. Well done!...pat

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 8/1/2019 10:03:00 PM

I had not even thought about changing shoes during rainy weather. Luckily I wear very casual shoes. My rain boots were left at school this year; where I need them the most anyway. Your poem was fast-paced and fun Ilene.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/1/2019 7:57:00 PM

I second Jan's comment: You are the extraordinary purveyor of the overlooked ordinary! :) gw

Rico Leffanta

Date: 7/31/2019 5:50:00 PM

Recent research has established that good health requires walking (or wading) barefoot, but I think most folks are satisfied with the wine! Ditto Jan! Aloha! Rico

Jan Allison

Date: 7/31/2019 5:31:00 PM

Your lovely flowing style makes ordinary every day occurrences extraordinary! We have had torrential rain so its sensible shoes for me... but no umbrella its too windy here!:-) hugs Jan xx