They have told us we have to go
But where to I just don’t know.
There’s going to be a wedding here.
The wedding of the year.
This is the worse time for me.
Temperatures are dropping you see.
And as there’s lots of rain.
My blanket’s soaked, that’s a pain.
I can’t get work because I have no address
I can’t always wash so I smell and look a mess
The sight of us may mar the day for Megan and Harry
They don’t want to see the homeless on the day they marry.
So the Royal Borough of Windsor
are going to make us go.
To where we do not know.
Close your eyes Prince Harry and Megan Markle
Then you won’t see life as it really is outside the castle.
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The wedding is in May.
Will we be cleared away
Banned from entering the town
Will they bar us, will they hose us down.
The shop keepers, who don’t like us, will be celebrating
This must be the chance to clear us out for which they have been waiting.
Harry and Megan are people of the world
They’ve seen us in the doorways huddled and curled.
The council want us moved at this time.
Because the wants of, royals and business are prime.
They have told us we have to go
But where to, I just don’t know.
There’s going to a wedding here
The wedding of the year.
I am afraid that the police will move us on
Where will we go, our little bit of shelter will be gone.
I have no problems with the happy couple .
I just wish they knew how much we struggle.
But we’re the bottom of the pile
Out of their sight as they wave and smile.
Feb 05, 2018 @ 18:28:06
This is brilliant Sis!
Feb 05, 2018 @ 18:31:15
Thanks Sis, I have been so moved by their the injustice of this. I know some are professional beggars but many are genuine ππ thanks for your kind words as always πππ
Feb 05, 2018 @ 18:32:31
I was shocked to read it too πππ
Feb 05, 2018 @ 18:36:53
Yes it is awful, Harry and Megan profess to be into charity, maybe they should look closer to home and help the real homeless in Windsor. ππππ
Feb 05, 2018 @ 18:42:44
They should indeed sis. It’s sad to think this is happening under their very noses….
Feb 05, 2018 @ 19:05:31
Yes indeed, so sad π
Feb 05, 2018 @ 19:12:53
A very wonderful and thoughtful piece!
Feb 05, 2018 @ 19:16:47
Thanks Lynz the saddest thing is it is true. π
Feb 05, 2018 @ 23:14:40
yes that is xx
Feb 05, 2018 @ 19:27:27
ha! nicely done there…
Feb 05, 2018 @ 19:32:56
Thank you Geoff, no doubt some are professional beggars but the vast majority are genuine. I feel it has to be said π
Feb 06, 2018 @ 09:58:45
Quite. Better not to judge
Feb 06, 2018 @ 10:00:00
I try never to do that, there but for the grace of God…ππ
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:08:16
Beautiful and applicable globally π’
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:08:54
Thanks you for reading π
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:10:25
Wondering at why Megan and Harry are not furnishing them with permanent new micro homes as a wedding gift to the city
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:12:45
Sadly it seems they only seem to give to make themselves look good. But I agree they should do something definite for the local homeless. π
Feb 05, 2018 @ 22:13:11
Great idea!
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:25:43
I do hope so π
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:12:51
Not sure Harry and Meghan approve of that move. Seems to me it’s more an act of overzealous councillors. Great post! Touching how you put that problem in words
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:14:42
No I don’t know how Megan and Harry feel about the problems but maybe it is time for them to speak up ππ
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:18:24
That’s exactly what I thought π
Feb 05, 2018 @ 21:25:18
Yes fingers crossed, thanks for reading Bee, it’s good to see you back π
Feb 06, 2018 @ 06:38:18
It’s good to be back. Missed you all!
Feb 06, 2018 @ 06:47:53
Well welcome π
Feb 06, 2018 @ 04:40:42
Excellent poem, Willow. So sadβ¦. Do you think maybe the royal couple will realize their hypocrisy and reverse this order before their wedding? They should create a special shelter for the homeless on that day. Easier said than done I supposeβ¦.and no doubt the same thing would happen here. Alasβ¦.π
Feb 06, 2018 @ 07:00:52
Yes sadly it has happened before and all over the world, China before the Olympics, probably Rio, they cleared them from outside Parliament for a large event too. ( Probably Kate and William’s wedding) Sadly those who have the least get shoved around the most. It is although a council’s thing Windsor want the homeless moved, they have a huge problem. It would be lovely if the royals helped … The stuff of fairytales I think, well let’s see what happens. ππ
Feb 07, 2018 @ 01:16:42
I believe in fairy tales. Let me know what happens. πππ
Feb 07, 2018 @ 18:02:57
I certainly will Debbieπ
Feb 07, 2018 @ 18:03:52
Sorry Betty I am typing while I am falling asleep π±πππ
Feb 07, 2018 @ 19:21:22
Heehee π€£ No problem, I’ve done the same thing before. Hope you have a good night’s sleep, Willow.
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Feb 07, 2018 @ 19:24:49
Sadly it’s only 8.20pm so I have to hold on an hour or two or I will not sleep long enough when I do go to bed! The devil and the deep blue sea π±π
Feb 07, 2018 @ 21:01:36
Sounds like me – hard to keep my eyes open in the evening. π (It’s only 2:00pm here and already sleepy!) β€οΈ
Feb 07, 2018 @ 21:03:49
Oh! You are as bad as me! ππ
Feb 20, 2018 @ 14:59:02
Good luck in the Bloggers Bash Blog post competition, Willow. This is a great entry. I’m glad I’m not judging the competition this year.
Feb 20, 2018 @ 16:01:24
I can imagine that there will be lots of brilliant entries as usual this year. Thanks for your kind words ππβ€οΈ
Mar 22, 2018 @ 10:38:39
This is fantastic Willow. Such an interesting approach to the prompt. You rocked it sis! Xxx
Mar 22, 2018 @ 11:08:58
Really, not so sure now, but we all have our self doubt don’t we . I am glad you liked it Sis ππ