Burkinis on the Beach

Women surely have the right to dress just how they wish

Whether sitting on the beach or swimming like a fish;

It’s not for anyone to say what garments they should wear,

Whether mostly covered up or whether mostly bare.

Providing they don’t interfere with others on the beach

Whether by haranguing them or through attempts to preach.

And there mustn’t be demands for men to move away

From a spot they’ve found they like and where they want to stay.

But if they simply want to wear a different bathing suit,

About their right to do so there should not be a dispute,

Providing they accept the rights of others all around

And don’t expect that they should be by their opinions bound.