Nick Bagnall Poet Rhyme

The Tale of the New Shoes

Once upon a time not so very long ago,
There was a man with old shoes, which let the air flow

He travelled to the shoe shop with money in his hand
To buy another pair of shoes, of the same brand

To his surprise when he picked up another pair of tens
They didn’t fit upon his feet, he checked that they were men’s

So matching up the shoes, the elevens seemed to fit
He bought the bigger size, he’s confused, just a bit

He wonders if they’re down sizing to save upon shoe leather
Due to really quite hard times, in this economic weather

Now he walks upon the pavement with a hobble and a creak
His shoes need breaking in, to stop the blisters and that squeak

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Evrod Samuel September 17, 2012 at 5:21 AM Very funny loved it

Elizabeth Wesley September 13, 2012 at 2:11 PM Nothing worse than shoes that don't fit! Poor guy, I wince in sympathy Nick. Hopehe cuts a hole at the end and finds comfort! :)

Anne-Lise Andresen September 10, 2012 at 1:14 PM Well done ....I like it ... :) :) It's not often this man buys new shoes. :)(?) - Have a great new week. - Oxox love Anne-Lise :)

Poet Destroyer A September 10, 2012 at 12:38 PM a self provoking write, he bought the same size same brand to only find they don't fit?? and the fifth stanza should send a message, enjoyed your write,...p.d.