Subdued, yet heartfelt, family-led
At Ninety-Five
alone; instead
Of Philip
standing by her side
The Queen puts
all sad thoughts aside …
A long reign,
blessed with warmth and care,
Supported by her helpmate dear
Continues now
in a new vein
Henceforth it
will not be the same.
The Family
forms a tight-knit bond;
Her people,
sympathetic, fond
Admire her quiet
fortitude;
The Press
stands back, does not intrude.
The royal deck
has lost its king
While errant
knave steps in the ring
The saddened Diamond
Queen now leads
Her celebration
- in black weeds …
(c) Poet in the woods 2021
Born: 21st April, 1926
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