The handle’s cracked; the spokes are askew. The color’s faded; it smells of mildew. The fabric’s torn; it gets blown inside-out. The metal’s rusty; the thread's falling out. The button won't open; nor will it shut. The whole thing is dirty; the Velcro's kaput. But before you toss it, remember this one thing: when it’s raining hard, it's better than nothing! Copyright 2020 - Elayne Crain