There is something comfortable I found, <br />In the wearing of my own shoes. <br />I have never wished, <br />I could fit those of others. <br />Or have I wondered, <br />What it would be like... <br />To rest my eyes, <br />So that I could see a perspective... <br />I did not myself experience. <br /> <br />However, <br />I've learned that in the sharing of events, <br />I am more inclined... <br />To listen with interest. <br />And not believe the shoes I wear on my own feet, <br />Could have been easily exchanged... <br />To feel someone else's pain. <br /> <br />And... <br />If that was possible, <br />Many would decide the shoes they pick to wear... <br />Would be a wasted decision. <br />With the wearing of them at all... <br />Having not a reason or purpose to purchase. <br />Especially, <br />If someone already knows how they feel when they fit. <br />Or where my travels may take me.<br /><br />Lawrence S. Pertillar<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/having-not-a-reason-or-purpose-to-purchase/
