Under the Bed

Under the bed there are lots of things stored:
(In the city, such space simply can’t be ignored.)
An alternate quilt meant for wintertime use,
A cart for the laundry with one wheel that’s loose;

My black boots and brown boots and costumes and props
From short plays I’ve written (and none of them flops!).
A newspaper stack with some articles saved,
A Chinese umbrella my daughter once craved;

A pocketbook gift with the tags on (too big!),
Some art supplies, books and a Halloween wig,
A suitcase with clothes that I no longer wear –
That just about covers what’s hiding down there.

I’m certain my storage spot isn’t unique;
It’s private and perfect – if no one will peek!