Walter the barefoot bear Wanted to wear shoes. That’s why when I saw him He was always singing the blues. He asked his mom to buy him some It was something he really did need. She said, “no, it’s never been done, Bears don’t wear shoes, no indeed.” He said the ground was very hard And branches cut his feet. The sun heats grass yard by yard When the rain cools it, it’s neat. He said it’s hard to keep his balance On slippery and wet ground. The rain makes it a challenge To walk around an ant mound. Walter’s favorite dinner was spaghetti, He had to hurry and wash up. As soon as mom had it ready, He poured milk in his cup. Walter was going to be with friends As soon as dinner was done. Jim had a broken leg on the mend And impatiently waited for everyone. Walter liked birthday parties for Jim But had to walk a couple of miles. Holding tightly on to the present for him, Knowing it would bring many smiles. Walter’s mother felt sorry for him, He had feet like no other bear She said some days she just couldn’t win Got ready and followed him there. When mom arrived at the party, They were all having fun, playing games, singing and dancing. Except Walter- The only one not out there prancing. It seems his feet hurt too much It was a long way to travel. His feet were tender to the touch Between his toes were sticks and gravel. Her eyes filled with tears at seeing him. She ran to hug and kiss She promised it would never happen again He would never again suffer like this. On the way home mom promised Walter a surprise. He wasn’t feeling well and hoped it was good news. When they reached home, mom said, “close your eyes” And excitedly said, “I’ve been waiting to give you some new shoes.” Walter could not believe His feet would hurt no more. He did not receive just two shoes, But an awesome four! Now when I see Walter coming He’s not singing the blues- He says “hey! Look I’m running! In my brand new shoes!” |
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