Downtown

Buzz of human feet, Crowds swarming the trains; Sea of faces meet, Private matters strain. Downtown trip we take, Darling and I plow; Human nature stakes, Umpteen whys and hows. We reach City Hall, Find our way around; Tour the festive mall, Bright shoppes anchor grounds. Caterpillar queues, Await to transact; Bored faces review, Weary wait feeds tact. The Christmas sale steers, We jostle for stuff; Bargains that endear, Buy more than enough. Busy feet aspire, The shopping spree floods; New wares tempt desires, Whet the pulse of blood. We discern our needs, Separate our wants; Let discrete thoughts feed, Get brisk shopping done. Here we wait in line, Curious eyes pursue; Attention defines, Pry odd avenues. We pay to exit, Seek out attractions; Find meal time retreat, Wholesome consumption. Homebound subway train, Swift and fast and sure; Feel stamina drain, Goodie bags secure. Our downtown tour spells, Whim and fancy grooms; Easy moments tell, Intent fills sure boom. Leon Enriquez 05 December 2014 Singapore