Darling, So It Goes

in the evening light of an Ugandan town, welcome breeze in a large thatched canopy, in a gathering of strangers and friends, a nepali chef’s exquisite indian cuisine, aroma of food swarms the candle-lit lobby, a lone singer in blue jeans strums his guitar, “ wise men say, only fools rush in, but I can’t help falling in love with you”!* tinkle of wine glasses and bottles beauteous ebony soft skin reflect the candle glow, colourful scarfs drape elegant hair, the warmth of the day is long gone, but radiant are the primal senses, a greying drummer taps his feet, the gathering, swings slowly to the UB40 beat, in African suburb, king Elvis is reborn, “ shall I stay? would it be a sin? but I can’t help falling in love with you!” i feel a soft cheek leaning on my shoulder, eyes looking in to my eyes, her hand rubbing my forearm seeking love, instinctively my hand reach around her long slim waist, as we gently kiss, lips sensing the warmth of desire! “take my hand, take my whole life too, i can’t help falling in love with you” two strangers in close embrace, evening, late night, wine and incense, no introductions, no names just passion and desire. In that Ugandan town, two strangers sought love under a canopy, voice of a lone singer, Elvis’ popular song to UB40 beat! “ like a river flows surely to the sea, darling so it goes, somethings are meant to be” 1st Placement Written 28/07/2020 Sponsor Beth Evans Same old song poetry contest * “can’t help falling in love with you“ Elvis Song performed by UB40