Slush

Snow that’s new is gorgeous;
It looks dazzling white and lush.
On the city corners, though,
It quickly turns to slush.

It’s puddly and squishy.
It’s grimy and it’s gray;
And when the cars speed by
It shoots up in a dirty spray.

If your boots aren’t waterproof
And into slush you step,
Your feet will be so wet
You’ll be a candidate for strep.

You really can’t avoid the slush –
It’s just a winter fact;
But here are several helpful hints
So you’ll know how to act.

Wear knee-high boots, real watertight,
Then stride right in and squoosh.
Avoid the icy hillocks or
You’ll end up on your tush.

Never wear a coat you love –
Wear one that’s old and tattered;
‘Cause you can’t avoid the fact
That you will soon be splattered.

When the temperature goes up,
The slush will disappear.
With my tips you’ll do just fine
This slushy time of year.