Here's to a traditional day
namely Shrove Tuesday as we know
when pancake racings underway
then tomorrow, Ash Wednesday shows
...
Winter February finalises,
his tenure o'er, so oft unkind,
let Winter withdraw with firm good-bye.
Hence I eager look to milder clime.
...
I'm getting on now, I see differently.
Not opposed to change, but things just seem
fearful, and growing disorderly.
Respect of lawful authority
...
Sleep - Oh my dear friend why do you hide
midst the turbulent brooding that twist
and tumble within my fatigued mind? .
Come, let slumber kiss my heavy eyes,
...
It's a misty morning rising
As I wake and wipe the sleep
from my still tired eyes.
The grass looks so much greener
...
Well now.. where do I begin.....)
Pancakes
Here's to a traditional day
namely Shrove Tuesday as we know
when pancake racings underway
then tomorrow, Ash Wednesday shows
pause for thought as Lent takes its turn.
Buying whip and top from Grants shop
Was this seasonal toy of fun
Window breaker, carrot, turnip tops
played daily for weeks to come.
But pancakes - sugar orange jam,
I never cared what was on top
as long as Mum made them quickly,
tossed, and served them, while they were hot.
Pancakes Michael C Crowder @scorsby
21st Feb 21