Home Town, London.

Took three days to visit
London Ontario.
Old streets
Familiar homes
Brick and trees and yards
Preserved, perhaps improved.
Surprised at height
Of trees, once middle size.


But the people
Loved have moved on.
Both our sets of parents
Best high school friend’s
Home base. Jim.
Hilary’s best friend
Judy across the street?
The games, the shows
The cooking sessions
Ventured.


And it is June
Dad’s favourite.
Northern dock , chilly and free.
Tee off at Sunningdale
Bright and early.
The old property
Downtown remembered by
A few enthusiasts.
Sporting goods retail.
Knocked down.


Very nice to remember
But no longer
Tangible connection.
A couple of long sighs
And remembering smiles.
Lawns, gardens
And lilacs are prime.