STOPHAM
He wandered a wide world so rich and excitingSaw so many strange and rare, vibrant sights.From Hadrian's Wall to the Great one in ChinaAnd marvelled at magical, strange Northern Lights.
He sat in gondolas floating through Venice
Stood spellbound in Egypt to the old Sphinx's spell.
Sensed keenly the history of Rome and of Athens
And yet felt the gut call of proud Arundel.
For always his rich, educated mind wandered
Returning to Sussex scenes rural and dear
The old bridge at Stopham, green hills still alive with
Echoes and memories of a childhood spent here.
TONY GARDNER