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Sonnet M
Shall I compare thee to a Manchester summer’s day?
You’re a bit damp and soggy
I’d love to sit in your company
But the ground seems a little boggy
Outwardly bright, but temperamental
Presently fine, so I’ll risk it
As Carpe Diem is essential
Blink and you’ve missed it
But thou art as bright as a summer’s day
Through skies laden with smog
From Ancoats, Droysl...
Tuesday 30th January 2018 9:55 am
The Return of 7:22 (at 7:27 )
In their wool blend suits
And Primani boots
Crusaders on a mission
Like jockeys before the National
They jostle for position
As the 7:22 snakes into view
They anticipate her breaks
She grinds unto a squeaking halt
Before the incumbents make their escape
Hands in pockets lined in pockets
Aligned to the doors
They brace and embrace the putrid heat
Swim toward a ...
Thursday 4th January 2018 1:43 pm
My Cliche Rhyme
She started life as a Roman fort
And became a name synonymous with music and sport
Attracting the greats, the waifs and the strays
Providing a stage for the Babes and the raves
A settlement where three rivers meet
Where the Industrial Revolution rose to its feet
And jangly guitars discovered their beat
Where Emeline, bound, did us all proud
Where the Nazi’s dropped bombs and hatred to the ...
Wednesday 23rd August 2017 11:05 am
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