brite white sox folded
over black shiny shoes
to reveal ribbons--
bows ironed into
perfect place
and straps snapped
for the occasion.
try not to scuff the surface
with a hopskipandjump
down the side
walk please
but skinned knees
and scrapped elbows
preserve the pleats
of crushed velvet
lace lining.
satin sleeves
slip and bunch
up shoulders throat
stifle the collar bones so
barely breathe
and scratch stubby
finger tips try
to break free
from the frills
but you look
oh,
so pretty,
princess.
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