English Folk Verse (c.1870) - The Fifth of November Remember, remember! The fifth of November, The Gunpowder treason and plot; I know of no reason Why the Gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot! That's the only portion of this poem I have known up until now, however this year I came across the rest which I have to say I am not in complete agreeance with. Guy Fawkes and his companions Did the scheme contrive, To blow the King and Parliament All up alive. Threescore barrels, laid below, To prove old England's overthrow. But, by God's providence, him they catch, With a dark lantern, lighting a match! A stick and a stake...
This reminds me of looking down onto a dancer with a swirling skirt.
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Your pictures are a highlight of my blogging expeditions...
Thank you! I am really enjoying amassing photographs at this beautiful time of year and still seem to have a touch of writers block. I am looking forward to an opportunity for an inspirational week at the end of May!
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