Sun Shines Brightly

The evening was full of surprises. Sunshine had a brighter, merrier tinge Streets were full of decent men And every woman looked beautiful.

Signals turned green at my very sight Youngsters gave way, most obliging. The fishmonger gave a couple free The coffee tasted so good.

At the corner shop, I read out A letter in English To the unlettered worker Who listened joyfully, as I told him His daughter will be home for X’mas.

Passing, slowly, I saw me In the glass panes - A happy, smiling, me.