I’m sure the sky appeared bluer that day
tents and stalls were assembled by dawn,
a bustle took over the village
and in their own unique way
all manner of games, raffles and prizes
appeared for this, the Annual Village Fete.
“Teeny tots with sparkling eyes
As all around delights they spy
Laughing faces full of joy
Gleeful girls and skipping boys
Little children with winning toys
Raffles and tombola stand
Bouncy castles and a splendid band!
Sunlight streams through covering trees
A Village Affair for you and me
Jars of jams and chutney to buy
Balls to throw and win a prize
Just to be in summer glow
And watch this Village come and go
Fifty pence will bring a chance
To win the lotto in a glance
Pretty dresses, summer hats,
Throw the balls and make a crash!
Time to sit for cup of tea
Cakes to choose, now let’s see?
Strawberries and cream on scrumptious scones
No coffee walnut will be the one!
Nothing less that I can see
A Village Affair for you and me…â€
All Rights Reserved 2010
Lora Conrad
How fun this was to read! An ocean away and I just experienced a delightful Village event with all the commotion and noises that go along with such an happy occasion. Well done, as always, Susie. XOXO Lora
Jenny Robson
Lovely! It sums up the day just right! x
Susie Hemingway
Thanks Lora – so nice that I could convey to you a little of this special day.
@Jen – It was lovely, such a pleasant afternoon.x
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Phil
Would you mind if I reproduced this in our village magazine , 200 copies sure distributed Orono our small bucks village aston Abbotts
Regards
Susie
I do not mind at all Phil, as long as you know that this poem is copyrighted material and so, must have my name Susie Hemingway added beneath the poem. You are most welcome to use it. And if people wish to read more just add my web-site.
Phil
Susie many thanks, will certainly credit you and add your web site