it’s village
next to village
next to village
next to village
most take what they want
then leave
but for those who stay
for those who breathe
the city’s air
and wander down distant streets
which feel familiar
but so far away from home
there is a new person to meet
a conversation to be had
it’s two trains away
but it’s worth it
for the
view
from the Thames.
ENDS
PHILIPPA MANNION 