Tootsies

The day your parents want to remember forever.
The day you gain the strength to stand alone for the very 1st time.
Such beautiful things constantly taken for granted.
They guide you through life
but are punished daily for fashion or for sports.
Shoved into 7 inch heels
or forced to move for hours as you complete that 5K.
Labored to balance on the tips of your toes
as you shove them into your pointe shoes.
50 bones . . .
60 joints . . .
and over 200 muscles are all put together to create these simple life necessities.
Used to dance.
Use to swim.
Used to run.
Used to walk.
Look down and you still may not know what I am talking about
because maybe you just do not care.
Will you ever?

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