Carousels and Candyfloss

“CAROUSELS AND CANDYFLOSS’ Childhood memories cherished and remote recollections Emerging in magnified clarity encourage renewed perceptions Open air big screen films referred to as “Drive-Ins” A regular Saturday night treat -- family car, excitement within After eating our packed picnic snack Permission asked to play—promises to come back Our greatest thrill sat under the huge white screen Amusement ride—galloping flying horses-- enchanting scene Carousel rotating- fairground organ—a musical ride Merry-go-round- gilded Horse ballet dancing with pride Some high on poles, interspersed benches— These were placed for the less adventurous Waiting patiently the ride slows down Small minds choosing horses to call their own Rushing to mount our fantasy up high Small feet in stirrups, as wooden horses fly The candy-floss man stands on the side Inflated packets-- pale pink, blue and white divide Cotton- wool sugary treats entice as we wait Melt in the mouth moments to keep us awake Kim van Breda—February 2013