The Ramblers

Sunday morning, looks like rain
Cars parked along a country lane
The Ramblers are abroad again
Eager for the fray

Checking contents of rucksacks
That they will sling across their backs
In case of rain they carry macs
And so begins their day
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No spring chickens in this band
As they stride forth across the land
Off they go with sticks in hand
Each one a fearless rover

But It’s not like walking in the town
With nice flat pathways on the ground
And you can bet your very last pound
That someone will fall over
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It’s not that they are all too old
To be out in the wet and cold
And all in all they’re very bold
To set out on the trek

It’s just that some of them have to fight
To walk and keep themselves upright
And on their feet they’re not so light
One usually hits the deck
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Muddy patches are the worst
To elderly hikers they’re a curse
And all are wondering who’ll slip first
Sprawled out in a puddle

Are you alright? are the first words spoken
Then they check for bones that are broken
Everyone’s concern has been awoken
As round him they all huddle
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The dangers out there are untold
It’s not just about the wet and cold
If you fall down when you are old
The outcome could be dire

So put yourself not through the test
Just leave the outdoors to the rest
Who are not so far past their best
And stay home by the fire
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Posted: Sep 2018
About this poem:
Since I became a poet, just the other day, I can't seem to stop slipping into verse.

This was inspired by my observations while out walking with the Ramblers.

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trurorob
Nice one, made me chuckle
Rob
Harbal
Thanks, rob. thumbs up
waveinpassing
I love your 'I speak, therefore I am' declaration of poet :) Looking forward to the next
Harbal
Poet this week, waveinpassing, but maybe philosopher next week; who knows? dunno

But, just for you, I'll try to keep them coming.
waveinpassing
ah mr harbal sir, i think a philosopher at heart...and needs no development :)
Mercedes_00
Bravo thumbs up
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