Making Connections

It’s strange how life works out sometimes

But circumstances inspire lines

In my humble poet’s brain:

I am published – once again!

 

As a Brussels guide for many years

I hold my own among my peers

In several languages of course

In Belgium – normal tour de force!

 

All kinds of visitors come by

Hopefully when it stays dry

They wander round our cobbled streets

And stop to sample chocolate treats!

 

Brussels’ story is complex

In our dialect, one detects

The ideologies of Spain

Just one strand in this rich skein!

 

Its chequered history richly woven:

St. Géry’s origins – unproven;

So many legends to explore

A clever guide will tell you more.

 

Hence, “A MUSE IN BRUSSELS” tries

To show you Brussels with new eyes;

With rhyme and reason to the fore

Dip in – I dare you to explore! 

(c) Poet in the woods 2024

Note for the curious: my book "A MUSE IN BRUSSELS" can now be ordered from Amazon or from my Belgian publisher's website at www.bitbook.be.   Happy Reading!