Walk the Dog


I've always heard
about the New York minute
But nobody ever told me
about the New York hour
I'm speaking on the time of the day
when it seems like half the city
is out walking their dog

Everybody is aware,
everyone understands too
People have to let their dog out,
so they can do what they need to do

But if you're walking about
while all of those dogs are out
Here is some free advice offered from me to you
Don't be looking up at the stars,
or the pretty people in their cars
Instead be frequently checking the bottom of your shoe
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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October 27, 2016 at 6:06 PM
Ha Ha. This is so true and very funny. Great write:') Alexis
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 28, 2016 at 11:30 PM
Ty, Alexis. I got a kick out of writing it. Love you always. RW
Hoffman Avatar
October 26, 2016 at 9:21 PM
Love this because its not only funny but has very good advice in it! Beware of the "land mines," lol! P & L~Che
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 27, 2016 at 1:27 PM
Ty, Cheryl. Never heard that before, "land mines." Gotta remember that one. This one had me rolling w/laughter as I was literally writing it. ha ha ha. Glad you enjoyed it. Much love to you. RW
Andresen Avatar
October 25, 2016 at 7:33 AM
- Remember to bring your dog bags :) - I'm glad I do not live in a city :) - Have a nice trip with your dog, Freddie :) .... we are allready home after a lovely trip :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 27, 2016 at 1:24 PM
Yeah, don't forget those doggie bags, Anne-Lise. Ha ha ha. Glad your trip was enjoyable and you made it home safe. Love you, dear. RW
Wolf Avatar
October 25, 2016 at 2:54 AM
Nothing worse than steppin in doggie doo doo! Great write RW.
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 27, 2016 at 1:23 PM
How true, Rick. Ty for the comments, friend. Love you, brother. RW
Dietrich Avatar
October 24, 2016 at 11:39 PM
haha. I love a good fun poem like this one. GREAT job, Freddie and thanks for your thoughtful comments to me today. was this one for a contest?
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 27, 2016 at 1:22 PM
Ty, Andrea. I laughed myself at it. LOL! Ty for the love, and have a blessed day. Love you, RW.
Sands Avatar
October 24, 2016 at 4:08 PM
Thanks for the laugh today Freddie lol. Good one! :)
Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 24, 2016 at 7:57 PM
Ty, Heidi. Glad I could make you laugh a bit. That is the best medicine I know of, laughter that is. Love and peace to you. RW
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