The young woman swiftly sailed past me
On Monday morning streets
Covered with snow and ice
From yesterday's storm

A cup of coffee in her right hand
A smart phone in the other
She walked briskly towards the subway

Coffee continually spilling out from the cup
She gave her undivided attention to the device

The girl traversed the slippery sidewalks
Wearing those pointed toe
High heeled shoes
On her beleaguered and bewildered feet

Her undivided attention given to the device
An accident waiting to happen

Women will bear the burden
Of wearing uncomfortable shoes
Just as men will not tolerate them