Post by Administrator on Jun 10, 2012 1:22:02 GMT
DIAMOND JUBILEE
For sixty long years we have been ruled by our Queen,
A wonderful lady brave and serene,
A waterborne pageant to show our thanks,
Was held on the river with crowds on the banks.
A thousand or more underway at the start,
Pulling and paddling and proud to take part,
Foreshore hurrahs were often let rip,
To fabulous craft on the seven mile trip.
Bunting abundant white red and blue,
Ringing of church bells sounding out too,
Splendid the barge our queen was aboard,
On par with others so fondly restored.
To add to her jewels in the shape of tears,
A jubilee diamond to go with the cheers,
Firework displays, street parties galore,
Her subjects now wish her many years more.
Joe Earl 2012.