My poem is sort of a twist on Aesop’s “Fox and the Grapes.”
Trying to Dance
I tried to dance but stubbed my toe
a very long, long time ago.
But since I really like to dance
I thought I’d take another chance.
I’m shocked my shoes no longer fit,
not even just a little bit.
I tried another larger pair
but soon the seams began to tear.
Found some that fit, but here’s the rub
another toe, another stub.
Not sure if I’ve been fairly fated,
I think that dancing’s overrated!
C Lewis © 2014