Boots

My boots are brown, 

dirty, and scuffed.

Well-used as I call them.

They're not fancy or new,

stylish nor fashionable.

They are practical, serviceable,

useful and comfortable.

I am just like my boots.

I'm not too pretty

and I don't look like a model,

but I'm sturdy and practical.

I take crap from no-one

and when it's dished out

I kick it easily aside and move on.

I am just like my boots.

The evil and hatred of the world

may attempt to cling to me,

but I brush it off,

just as I brush dirt and grime

off the leather of my boots.

I am just like my boots.

With a little saddle soap and patience

my boots can be like brand new,

and with a little love and care,

so can I.