Will I soon begin to earn
The sort of income that inspires
The brighter burning of home fires?
Last year I put my cards about
My friends at least are in no doubt
That my career as tourist guide
Will be a rollercoaster ride.
Myself, I cannot see it yet
It’s true the odd request I get
To take small groups, all warmly clad,
‘Round Brussels, but is this a fad?
My net is spreading far and wide
The phone is still, my time I bide
Encouraged by my many friends,
I study and research new trends.
Around this city oft I gaze
It never ceases to amaze,
The wealth of stories, anecdote
Its famous visitors of note.
Its Art Nouveau buildings, shops well-stocked
Its restaurants which serve non-stop
All beckon to the passers-by,
Its many specialties to try.
Before you dine, why not a walk
Because this town can really talk
Its stones imbued with history,
Which I’ll explain, if you are free.
(c) Poet in the woods 2013
Note: Qualified Tourist Guide since 2004!
The fabled Grand'Place
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