I set off for my work
Under a full on, sky blue sky
This after yesterday's onslaught
Of snow and sleet and rain
I think of my two sons
Andrew and the younger Joseph
Each offered here to me, with affection
My daughter Emma, also with the bond of love
Riverside power stations
Play host to a degradation of expulsions
Moist droplets that paint blacks, greys
& faintly transparent mustards
Onto the skies pristine blue canvas
The young woman
A passenger in the car behind me
Becomes far more attractive when she speaks
Her vibrant animation brings a smile
To the days otherwise still sternness
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