I wrote this for dVerse Poetics Theme Going Urban Although there was a picture Prompt I choose mine of Bristol UK I love the place because my daughter lives there, it has a cultural Vibe which I feel one can feel and its also the home town of street /graffiti artist Banksy who fascinates me.
This poem also I hope reflects how a young person growing up in an english city may feel this week ( I'm a country girl )
Urbans United
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| A Banksy Situated at Hotwells Bristol UK |
Just a regular kid with feelings of self worth
But as I stroll down my street,
Its dismay, disgust and fear that I meet,
Surely loutish sensibilities for my age is not a must!
The machinery and soul of this hub, must be trust!
SO Urbanites unite!
Cos our kids are Alright !
People who look like my nanna, mum and dad,
Treat me like a yob,and make me feel bad,
But I love the buildings that build my history,
The rebels who choose to destroy them I find a mystery,
Its the people here who also make it right!
We work together, make our community tight!
SO Urbanites unite!
Cos our kids are alright!
So Urbanites united
We will teach the kids who rioted,
To feel respect ,feel bonded,.
Help write their success stories
Our cities colours will reflect in their glory !
So Urbanites unite!
Our Kids are alright !
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| Picture taken of Bristol By Amy Shepherd On her walk Home From work . |
