Remember, Remember
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...
I can hear the song even as I look at them. Just great they make you feel welcome.
ReplyDeleteHey Bowledover. I have to admit I was a little worried about whether they would have a peck at my legs. I have had my thumb in a gooses mouth and it hurts!
ReplyDeleteHey Ladybanana, every time I look at this shot I get that song in my head!!