The InkwellSomething must have happened
Until now – we’ve been told to stay indoors
Move around only for Necessary Journeys
Maybe those down at Whitehall saw the
Elevated mercury from the thermometers on the wall –
Reaction varied – from the reserved to just plain crazy
The kids are acting as if they’ve never felt heat before, but
If they think – everythings back to normal – they’re wrong
Museums, Stadia, Art Galleries – all working differently
Expect to keep a distance when you visit.
Old Trafford, Manchester , 20th May 2018
Stood on the corner
at a moments attention
looking on as the club i volunteer with
engaged in a mighty test of endurance in the northwest sun
Heat making everyone sweat
as feet hit the tarmac of Manchesters roads
rooting them on, the hardy bunch of volunteers
ready to applaud and guide them toward their rewards
it might not be cash – but that medals more than gold
even taking in its colour – as every year the
roads of Manchester take a pounding
