Socks First

Every morning, across America,

Whether we are wealthy or poor, young or old,

Tall or tiny, we face an enigma that has

Flummoxed us for over 100 years.

To shoe or not to shoe?

Morning dress must pass the trousers stage

Before we need address the persistent puzzle.

Whether hurried or luxuriating over the choices,

We cannot face the day until we decide.

Is it best to put your shoe on before

Before socking you’re other foot?

Will completing leg A prove more expedient?

Some argue that having both socks in place

Confers greater confidence in your choice

Of clodhopper, boot, sneaker, slipper or loafer.

Consider the immense loss of time

Experienced when three hundred million people

Take even 10 seconds to weigh the options.

To resolve the dilemma I ask your help.

Join my “save the seconds club—socks first”.!