STORE BOUGHT SHOES

A poem about the "haves" and the "have nots."

STORE BOUGHT SHOES

I saw a wondrous sight today... It took me by surprise. The children were rambunctious and You should have heard their cries! They were excited...I could see The smiles upon each face. And one of them wore fancy clothes With frills and pretty lace. There was one child with tattered fare,   Who had no socks or shoes. She didn't seem to mind at all If she would win or lose. Her life was simple you could tell By things she said and did. She liked to play some hide and seek... Behind the oak she hid. When day was done and time to leave The well-fed child would lose, But she was glad to give her friend, Her fancy store bought shoes! © Sharon Peeples

Reviews

[Samuel Dickens]

The happy ending made me smile. Having grown up in poverty, I know a bit about ragged clothes and how great it feels when a kind soul helps you in some way. Hand-me-downs are just fine when you're going without. When I went to Navy boot camp at age nineteen, I remember thinking it was Christmas when they issued me that sea bag full of new shoes and uniforms. Always and forever, my heart is with the poor.

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you for your very nice review of this write. I am sorry the circumstances were a childhood reality for you. ~Sharon

[barleygirl]

I have to admit, a little disbelieving at first . . . but then I put myself into the mindset of a child & it all makes sense. Your poem shows us the generous mindset of a child like an allegory for our stingy times, hopefully to remind us all to share. Strong rhyme & rhythm, too! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you very much for a lovely review of this write my friend! ~Sharon

[Dave Brown]

This was a pleasure to read
The world needs more of the same

[Miss Sharon]

Thanks so much Dave for your kind words about this write! ~Sharon

[Chris Shaw]

What kindness and maturity that child showed, giving up her fancy shoes to a friend who was far worse off.

Generosity of heart shines through here in these lines. Also the resilience of the child who had nothing. She accepted the position she was in because she had no choice and didn't know any other way.

I love your poetic expression in your stanzas Sharon.

Chris

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you so much for your very nice review of this write my friend! I appreciate you. ~Sharon

[wordman]

she felt at home with what she was used to

[Miss Sharon]

You are so right my friend. Thank you for commenting. ~Sharon

[wordman]

she was content,you`re welcome

[John the Baptist]

Nice balladlike offering here. Would make a good folksong.

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you for the kind words on this write! ~Sharon

[jacob erin-cilberto]

paying it forward is a good thing...that girl who gave up her fancy shoes will one day be shod with kindness from another.
j.

[Miss Sharon]

As always my friend, you comprehend the intended message in this write. Thank you for your kind review! ~Sharon

[Lydia Shutter]

It seems in life those who have the least give the most....and therefore are the happiest. What a lovely sentiment in this write. The rhyming is just perfect. Great work. Lydi**

[Miss Sharon]

How right you are Lydi! Thanks for the review. ~Sharon

[Tate Morgan]

As always your works are perfection

[Miss Sharon]

Thank you ever so much Tate! Your words are always a joy to receive. ~Sharon