My Little Sweat Glands
When I enjoy a hike
or have a fever spike,
my body has a tool
for keeping my skin cool.
If I try something new
and don’t know what to do,
a flood surrounds my knees —
a cool, refreshing breeze.
As sweat starts trickling out
like water from a spout,
some people mumble, “Eww!”
But sweat glands, I need you!
or have a fever spike,
my body has a tool
for keeping my skin cool.
If I try something new
and don’t know what to do,
a flood surrounds my knees —
a cool, refreshing breeze.
As sweat starts trickling out
like water from a spout,
some people mumble, “Eww!”
But sweat glands, I need you!
This poem is copyright (©) Catherine Payne 2026
About the Writer
Catherine Payne
Catherine Payne was born and raised on the tropical island of Guam, a U.S. territory in the Pacific Ocean. There she teaches writing at a university. As a children's book author and poet, she finds inspiration in her tropical surroundings. She loves coconut trees, which provide food, scenery, shade, and much more!
