Visited the witchy shop
met Andy and james
lots of unique artifacts
a smallish shop that claims
little in the way of things
original pieces there
an atmosphere peculiar
essential oils some rare
herbs and bygone craftsmanship
a quiet contemplative place
in a bustling metropolis
where all manner of people chase
one way streets and car parks crowded
busy cafes there
cramped on chairs
sitting near the road On a busy thoroughfare
sharing cake and vegan pies
with chocolate and lemonade
chatting with Diane an entrepreneur
in vintage clothes a parade
of lace
and beautiful velvet
a shop just doors away
an 81 year old lovely
with all sorts on display
deliveries coming and going
blue badges still must pay
high mountains in the distance
a snarling town quite grey
Appreciatively more people
and shops more in the way
of national chains than emporiums
on what was a busy day.
Rex Tyler is a Poet, Campaigner, former owner of an organic shop of 30 years, and Public Speaker living in Berkhamsted, UK.