We Walk Here

The women walk in California.

I see them in the evening as I go around the block,

Mostly alone, some in pairs talking as they walk.

We're into health in California.

I see some with dogs on leashes that serve as an excuse,

But bones and hearts are what they plan with power to infuse.

We stave off age in California.

Women in their eighties continue walking everyday,

If you want the elixir of youth, walking is the way!

We walk off stress in California.

Working women in the evening after the daily grind,

Deadlines and meetings with the boss are gladly left behind.

The women walk in California.

From the office to the metro, high-heels off and Nikes on,

In the park and on the trails, beepers off—the hike is on!